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QuestionWhat are some tips for training a blind dog?
Beverly UlbrichBeverly Ulbrich is a Dog Behaviorist and Trainer and the Founder of The Pooch Coach, a private dog training business based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is a Certified CGC (Canine Good Citizen) Evaluator by the American Kennel Club and has served on the Board of Directors for the American Humane Association and Rocket Dog Rescue. She has been voted the best private dog trainer in the San Francisco Bay Area 4 times by SF Chronicle and by Bay Woof, and she has won 4 "Top Dog Blog" awards. She has also been featured on TV as a dog behavior expert. Beverly has over 18 years of dog behavior training experience and specializes in dog aggression and anxiety training. She has a Master of Business Administration from Santa Clara University and a BS from Rutgers University.
Dog Behaviorist & TrainerOne helpful trick is to train your dog to stop when you say "no" and continue forward when you say "yes." That will make it easier for you to help your dog navigate. You might also want to invest in a product called Muffin's Halo, which is like a vest with a big loop that goes around your dog to protect them when they run into things. -
QuestionHow can I train a blind at birth puppy to stay away from the pool?
Pippa Elliott, MRCVSDr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
VeterinarianThink of the puppy in terms of a child. Whilst you can tell a child to stay away from water, you don't depend on this but put a safety fence around a pool. It's important to fence off hazards as a precaution against accidents. -
QuestionWhat can I do to stop my blind puppy for destroying my socks?
Community AnswerBuy him a toy, preferably one with a squeaker. If the noise is too much for you, try a toy with tassels for additional sensation. -
QuestionMy blind puppy will not go on the tile floor. He will sit on a rug, towel or blanket, and whine. How do I get him to follow my voice if he won't leave his blanket or the rug?
Community AnswerHe likely is scared of slipping, and since he can't see, he just wants to stay in one place. Try waving treats in front of his nose. If he eats it, you should praise him. Keep talking so he can recognize your voice. -
QuestionHow do I potty train a blind dog?
KaylieHelpsCommunity AnswerWhen your dog looks as if he is about to use the restroom, guide him with your voice to your designated place for him to use the restroom. Also, setting training pads around the house will help if he can feel them. -
QuestionI foster a blind tiny 8 week old chawing. He gets excited while playing and becomes panicky, snarls, and screams. I soothe him with my voice, but would love any pointers to try to stop this from happening.
Wikihow8881Community AnswerLet him know you are there before you start playing. As you are playing keep talking to let him know, after a month or so stop talking, and he won't get scared. Blind dogs get to know a path around the house, so if he starts bumping into things, don't worry it only lasts for about a month until that period in his life stops. -
QuestionHow do I teach my blind dog that strangers are okay? Just their voices alone scare her. I have the strangers give her treats, but if they attempt to pet her she snaps.
Community AnswerGet the strangers to say "It's okay, it's just me, I'm not going to hurt you." Get them to ease up to the dog and kneel down. Get them to slowly pet her. The dog should start trusting them. The dog is just scared because she doesn't know who or what it is. You can also do the same so they dog will get used to it and trust people more. -
QuestionCan a blind dog adapt to a large boat?
Community AnswerYes. With constant training, comfort and praise, the dog can. Add objects that were in the dog’s permanent living environment so it doesn’t get homesick. Supervise your dog at all times or get a close friend or family member, who has been with the dog before, to do it.
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