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Service Dog Daisy!

Discussion in 'Sheltie Chat' started by LadyMcBeth, Apr 16, 2012.

  1. LadyMcBeth

    LadyMcBeth Forums Enthusiast

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    Daisy received her service dog pack today. Here she is, sporting her new vest!

    Daisy is considered a "psychiatric service dog" who reminds me to take my medications. I often forget to take my evening pills.

    I am so proud of my lovely girl....the vest didn't phase her at all! I am looking forward to what new adventures we will have, now that she has all the proper gear and ID....
     

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  2. rose

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    way to go daisy,
    be prepared for ''ohh look, little lassie'' i get that alot with my service dog suzi.
    nice looking vest.
     

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  3. Emmasmom

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    How wonderful she has got everything now she needs to help you. Did you have to do any special training/certification with her?
     
  4. Mally's Mom

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    Congratulations going out to Daisy. Way to go, Daisy.

    Daisy looks, happy, confident and very pretty, too!
     
  5. tofu pup

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    Congratulations, Daisy!

    I am so glad that you and Daisy are in each others' lives; you are obviously very good for each other. Happy adventuring!
     
  6. LadyMcBeth

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    There are certain qualifications a dog must have, according to the American Disabilities Act. I must have a qualifying disability, and she must be trained to assist me in something concerning that disability. My need is for a dog to remind me to take my medications on a regular schedule. I have trained her so far, and then two doctors (my psychologist and general psysician) verifed in writing as to her qualifications.

    I am still training her. Now that we have the vest and ID card, I will be taking her to shopping malls, restaurants, and such, so she can learn to behave properly. She should have no problems, she is calm, friendly, non-aggressive and house-broken. We have a whole new world of adventures ahead of us... I am so excited!
     
  7. Emmasmom

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    That's terrific that she is able to do all that. I think it is a wonderful way also to spread the news about the special personality a Sheltie has.
     
  8. LaddieKatieMom

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    Laddie thinks she looks extremely attractive in her pretty vest and sends big licks!
    How wonderful for both of you...there is no limit to the blessings a dog (especially a Sheltie) brings!!

    Rob
    Katie: 15 y/o Tri Diva
    Laddie: 6 y/o One-Eyed Cookie Thief (and Casanova Sheltie Man)
     
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  10. LadyMcBeth

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    Daisy flashes her eyelashes at Laddie!:wink2:

    I agree with you about the blessings....and Daisy has traveled down a long road to recovery...Her previous owner had her at 64 lbs. and wanted her euhanized only 2 1/2 years ago. The vet refused, and surrendered her to Austin Sheltie Rescue. She had heartworm and could hardly walk.

    She also is a qualified companion animal and therapy dog for me. Now she lives a productive and full life....and I don't know what I would do without her.
     

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