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  1. Feb 19, 2024 · DON'T touch the dog without asking permission first — Touching or petting a working dog is a distraction and may prevent him from tending to his human partner. The dog may be in the process of completing a command or direction given by his human, and you don't want to interfere.

  2. Follow these etiquette guidelines when in the presence of a guide dog to allow for the safety of the dog and its handler.

  3. Interaction with the service animal includes, but is not limited to: talking, whistling, cooing, barking, petting or asking to pet, praising the animal when it completes its task, tapping your leg or clapping your hands, or giving the animal food or treats.

  4. Aug 8, 2023 · Francesca Balon (or Fran as she is known to us), Team NWAS Administration Officer, and her guide dog, Sean, have produced a guide of eight dos and don’ts which they think are important when encountering a working guide dog with a harness on.

  5. In this post, we’ll take a look at some etiquette dos and don’ts sighted people can use when interacting with guide dogs. DON’T try to get a guide dog’s attention when his harness is on. Yes, they’re adorable — but remember that distracting a working service dog creates the same dangers that grabbing the steering wheel away from a ...

  6. Oct 1, 2024 · Service dogs can provide crucial, lifechanging services for many types of disabilities, from providing balance support to mitigating the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). When you see a service dog, consider these dos and don’ts for good service dog etiquette, whether you’re a handler’s friend, family member, or just a ...

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  8. Please follow these tips to ensure that Guide Dogs and users can successfully navigate the community together. Interaction tips: The Guide Dog must not be the centre of attention.