“What is the best way to approach a service dog?” “Is it okay to pet a working dog?” These are some of the common questions people have about service/working dogs. Service dogs are amazing animals and provide essential services for some of the most vulnerable people in our society. People often want to pet or approach a service dog in public but are unsure about the correct etiquette. In today’s episode, we learn some basic rules to remember when approaching these dogs in a public setting. We also learn about the different types of service dogs, how you can tell if a dog is a service dog, the number one rule regarding service dogs, advice for trainers and owners on how to deal with strangers, how your dog can become a therapy dog, and much more! Tune in today to learn about the rules surrounding working and service dogs with expert and animal lover, Jeanette Forrey!

Key Points from This Episode:

• Remember that a dog may be an emotional support animal for a person.
• Why some service dogs have been trained to block strangers from their owners.
• The importance of thinking from the perspective of the trainer or owner.
• Basic etiquette when approaching a service dog and owner.
• How being petted by a stranger can erase a working dog’s training.
• An obvious sign that a dog is a working dog: a vest.
• The number one rule when approaching a working dog.
• Do not take offense when a trainer or owner says no to petting.
• Differences between a service dog and a therapy dog.
• Learn about a new trend: a facility dog.
• Advice for trainers and service dog owners when dealing with strangers.
• When it is appropriate for strangers to pet your puppy when training. 
• Benefits to the owner and dog relationship when doing therapy work. 
• Jeanette outlines the basics of how your dog can become a therapy dog.

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Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Jeanette Forrey

4E Kennels

4E Kennels on Facebook

4E Kennels on Instagram