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  Gentle Leader Dog Head Collar   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Dogs on "choke" or regular collars pull, even though pressure on the throat may cause choking, gasping and pain.
*The Gentle Leader® headcollar is not a muzzle.
Your dog is free to open its mouth, eat, drink, fetch, bark, and even bite except when you apply pressure on the lead to control the head and close its mouth.
www.pooch.ca /item1142.htm   (598 words)

  
 Leader Dog
The Leader Dog School in Rochester, Michigan, is adjacent to an estimated 45% of the nation's blind.
The Leader Dog staff is composed of 104 employees (19 part-time), 25 of whom are instructors.
Leader Dogs for the Blind is one of the largest producing schools of its kind in the world.
www.lionnet-oklahoma.org /ldrdog1.htm   (588 words)

  
 Leader Dog for the Blind - Current Projects - Carthage Missouri Lions Club
Leader Dogs for the Blind was founded in 1939 by a group of Michigan Lions; to train dogs to lead the blind persons and provide facilities and means whereby blind persons may obtain leaders.
Contributors of Dogs that qualify and successfully complete Leader Dog training have every right to be proud of their "winner." The original contributor of the graduate Leader Dog receives a photograph of the dog and master - a picture of devotion.
The Leader Dogs for the Blind School is located on mile south of Rochester, twenty five miles north of Detroit, Michigan, at the corner of Rochester and Avon Roads.
www.cpuweb.com /lions/leaderdog.htm   (1121 words)

  
 Traverse City Record-Eagle -- www.record-eagle.com
The dogs and their trainers circle the room, either one at a time or in a group, practicing basic obedience commands plus navigational and guidance skills specific to being a Leader Dog.
The dog is more than a pet and must be included in their day-to-day lives as much as possible, mimicking their future life as a Leader Dog.
Once the Leader Dog puppy is 12-14 months old, the families must return them to Leader Dogs for the Blind headquarters in Rochester, Mich. There, the dog will undergo four months of intensive training before being assigned to a blind student accepted by the school.
www.gtherald.com /herald/2000/27leadog.htm   (752 words)

  
 Leader Dogs for the Blind:
Leader Dog, ONCE and the Lions of Spain teamed up nearly 2 decades ago in the joint pursuit of safe travel for the blind and visually impaired community of Spain.
Dog guides were a reasonable solution for many individuals, however, as most Leader Dog friends know, it is a daunting and tedious task to build, staff and begin a great dog guide school.
Leader Dog was happy to accommodate the services aspect of ONCE's need and ONCE was happy to supply students who greatly desired the assistance of a Leader Dog.
www.leaderdog.org /site/PageServer?pagename=BarbaraLebret   (705 words)

  
 Leader Dogs
Leader Dogs for the Blind was founded in 1939 by a group of Michigan Lions.
Their goal was to train dogs to lead the blind and to provide facilities and means whereby trained dogs could be matched to a blind master.
Leader Dogs for the Blind is supported by contributions from the public-Lions, Lioness and Leo Clubs; sororities; various public-supported agencies and private individuals.
www.rochesterlionsclub.org /How_We_Serve/Leader_Dogs/leader_dogs.html   (202 words)

  
 MD-2 Texas Lions - Leader Dog for the Blind Pamphlet Page 2   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Leader Dogs for the Blind is dedicated to helping the visually impaired enhance their quality of life by providing the means for safe and independent travel.
Leader Dogs for the Blind was founded in 1939 by three Lions who were frustrated that they could not secure a dog guide for a blind friend in Michigan.
As a volunteer, it is your responsibility to report to Leader Dog in Rochester, Michigan.
www.texaslions.org /ldfbp2.html   (1397 words)

  
 Gentle Leader,Small,Medium,Large,Gentle Leader Dog Harness
When the Gentle Leader Dog Harness is fitted properly, your dog is free to open his mouth to eat, drink, pant, fetch, bark and even bite - except when you close his mouth by pulling on the leash.
Gentle Leader applies pressure to the back of the neck rather than the front of the throat, working with your dog's natural relaxation instinct with an amazing calming effect.
Also, dogs tend to pull against pressure so the gentle pressure at the back of the neck causes the dog to pull backward, not forward.
www.mightypets.com /gentle-leader.asp   (525 words)

  
 Dogs Growling at Kids, Dogs Growling at Children
The adult dog watches the behavior of the middle child and the new puppy and in his confusion as to what order the pack is now in, places this child in the same position as the new puppy.
During the time the child is establishing her higher pack position, no hugs should be given to the dog by the child, as a dominant dog may consider this a challenge of power.
Dogs should not be allowed to lie on your furniture, as the leader of the pack always gets the most comfortable spot.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /topdogchild.htm   (1318 words)

  
 Great Wolf Lodge changes pet policy to allow Leader Dogs in training into building
McDonald brought her future Leader Dog, Murray, a seven month old German Shepherd, to the lodge in late June for a vacation.
During her family's stay, where the dog and handling were closely observed, reluctance turned into enthusiasm - and an invitation to return and share with others.
Puppy handlers in the Leader Dogs for the Blind program, which is based in Rochester, typically raise a puppy from six to eight weeks of age until the dog is 12-15 months old.
www.gtherald.com /herald/2005/aug/17dogs.htm   (762 words)

  
 Future Leader Dog in Training!
Txosko's first leader dog, and he is thrilled to benefit from the many freedoms and independence that Davey will bring to his life.
At this point, the dogs know how to do the work but need to learn to do the work on their own without being instructed to.
Basic one is where Trainers select their dogs, so a lot of this time is spent getting to know the personality of the dog and learning basic curb work.
www.tawas.net /Event%20Pages/Leader%20Dog/LeaderDog.html   (1293 words)

  
 Saline freshman sets out to raise $25,000 for leader puppy
Leader dogs must be people friendly, she says.
Hip dysplasia is the number one reason a dog fails to become a leader dog, she says.
The first dog she raised was placed with a partner in Mexico City; the third is in Madrid, Spain; her fourth graduates later this month; and her second, the only one so far not to graduate as a leader dog, is an arson dog with an insurance company.
archives.heritage.com /sr/20031023/R01IBNC.htm   (832 words)

  
 Pet Dogs Caring for pet dog health. How to care for your dog
The bottom line is that you should have your dog's eyes examined by your vet to determine the specific cause and treatment.
If your dog is very young, sometimes stapling the eyelid in a rolled out position will fix the problem, with the staples being removed after several weeks.
Not knowing if the dog is vaccinated is a big worry and there are big problems associated with not having your dog vaccinated.
www.pet-dog-care.com   (1118 words)

  
 Gentle Leader Dog Collar Dog Harness, Dog Safety Harness. Dog Car Harness
your dog is free to open his mouth to eat, drink, pant, fetch, bark and even bite - except when you close his mouth by pulling on the leash.
The inventors of the Gentle Leader® used their understanding of the management of horses, cattle and sheep with halters, and adapted that successful tool to dogs.
What was needed was a headcollar that would uniquely fit and guide a dog's head and body, while at the same time taking advantage of the dog's natural instincts in response to specific pressure points on the head and neck.
www.cooldogtoys.com /dogleaderharne.php   (764 words)

  
 leader dog for the blind > The Dog Shop   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Leader Dog for the Blind - Current Projects - Carthage Missouri Lions...
Leader Dogs for the Blind was founded in 1939 by a group of Michigan Lions; to train dogs...
Leader Dog School for the Blind in Rochester, Michigan graduates 300 dogs and their new blind owners...
www.farside-respect.com /the-dog/leader-dog-for-the-blind.html   (426 words)

  
 Gentle Leader,Dog Harness,Gentle,Leader,Extra Large,Head Collar
First of all, the Gentle Leader® Headcollar is NOT a muzzle it is a Dog Harness-Halter.
When fitted properly, your dog is free to open his mouth to eat, drink, pant, fetch, bark and even bite - except when you close his mouth by pulling on the leash.
The Gentle Leader® Headcollar features two soft nylon straps - the collar portion fits high at the top of the neck, and the nose loop fits loosely and comfortably across the base of the muzzle.
www.mightypets.com /product.asp?3=878   (524 words)

  
 Leader Dogs for the Blind: About Us
This complex is home to our students, dogs, all services departments and the support staff that enable Leader Dog to enhance the lives of blind and visually impaired individuals from all over the world.
As the second dog guide school founded in the U.S., we are proud of our programs offered, our graduates who live our mission each year and the thousands of lives that have been touched directly from the services provided by Leader Dog.
He impressed upon the management and staff that Leader Dog was among the best he had ever seen.
ldfb.convio.net /site/PageServer?pagename=AboutLD_z   (356 words)

  
 THE-BEE - Phillips, WI   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The trained dogs living at the kennels in Rochester are not spayed or neutered, she said, because of their genetic qualities.
She said each newly trained leader dog and its master work together for several weeks to become adjusted to one another.
The Leader Dog for the Blind is a non-profit organization founded by Lions Club members in the Detroit, Mich., area.
www.phillipswi.com /placed/index.php?sect_rank=3&story_id=148577&refer_url=   (674 words)

  
 Daily Dunklin Democrat: Story: Leader Dog helps Brenda Rush be more self-reliant
The local Lions Club there decided to contribute to her well being by purchasing her a Leader Dog that would assist her with direction, but also be a companion to her.
The tape was sent to Rochester, Mich. for review by a national committee who matched her ability with a Leader Dog.
After choosing the dog that would assist her the best, Rush traveled to Michigan for a four-week training session in which she was taught how to command her dog.
www.dddnews.com /story/1036056.html   (545 words)

  
 Lehla's Jungle :: Our second installment in Puppy Raising for Leader Dogs for the Blind.
They have raised three Leader Dog puppies that have gone on to be Leader Dogs and are working on their fourth puppy.
Traeh was the 12,228th Leader Dog to graduate since the founding of the organization in 1939.
Dave and I attend monthly Leader Dog meetings with Linda and all of her pups are wonderful to be around.
www.freewebs.com /lehlas-jungle/traehaleaderdogstory.htm   (711 words)

  
 Follow The Leader - Dog Training Services
These puppies and dogs exhibit some of the same behaviors as above, however their behavior is due to emotional upset — usually fear or aggression.
Examples of this include dogs guarding their “things” (food, toys, treats, furniture, people), fear of visitors or other dogs, aggression toward people or dogs, dogs who don't like to be handled or dogs who are destructive when left home alone.
The treatment plan is written with the particular needs of each dog and their family in mind.
www.ftldogtraining.com   (426 words)

  
 Fairbanks Choice Lions: Leader Dog   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The dormitory stands as a tribute to the many Lions Clubs who have unselfishly given their time and money to make the Leader Dog School what it is today.
People who are legally blind, 18 years of age or over, in good health, emotionally stable and of good moral character may be eligible for Leader Dog training.
When not training on the streets of Rochester or other nearby communities, the student and his Leader Dog can practice on the training course in the orchard.
www.choicelions.org /leaderdog.html   (419 words)

  
 Working Dog Titles
It was first developed in Germany at the turn of the century as a comprehensive test of the German Shepherd Dog to evaluate its suitability for breeding as a working dog.
The superior working German Shepherd Dogs that achieve their Schutzhund titles are selected by discriminating breeders of the German Shepherd Dog in America and around the world to be their foundation sires and dams.
Immediately after all of the dogs complete their tracking phase and the judge critiques and scores their performance, the second phase, obedience, is conducted back on the trial field.
www.workingdogs.com /working_titles.htm   (777 words)

  
 Leader Dog Puppy Program - Current Projects - Carthage Missouri Lions Club
Leader Dogs for the Blind is conducting a program to raise German Shepherd, Labrador and Golden Retriever puppies to work as dog guides.
They are checked thoroughly by the Leader Dog staff veterinarian and then placed in homes until they reach the age of one year.
The family is required to bring their dog to the Leader Dog School when it reaches one year of age to be evaluated for the training program.
www.cpuweb.com /lions/leaderdogpuppy.htm   (967 words)

  
 Leader Dog @ Toonarific Cartoons
However, the first thing seen when traveling to Earth is an escaping dog from the pound, being followed by a group of catchers and civilians.
Doing what they were told, they snatch up the dog, and bring him back to their planet.
The dog, now aptly named Leader, sets out in teaching them canine principals, like eating dog-food, drooling, and even more nastieness I'd rather not mention.
www.toonarific.com /show.php?show_id=7133   (118 words)

  
 dog training, puppy training, dog obedience, dog obedience training, missouri, kansas, texas
We believe that your dog must be trained in an environment similar to where it lives in order for the program to be effective.
Leader of the Pack and the American Kennel Club urges all dog owners to participate in the Canine Good Citizen program to assure that the dog who shares our world will always be a welcome and respected member of the community.
Our dogs are members of our family, and we want you to feel confident that you dog will be treated the same way during their stay at our home and facility.
www.sit-stay.net   (867 words)

  
 Michigan Leader Dog Provision
(d) "Harass" means to engage in any conduct directed toward a guide, leader, hearing, or service dog that is likely to impede or interfere with the dog's performance of its duties or that places the blind, deaf, audibly impaired, or physically limited individual being served or assisted by the dog in danger of injury.
(ii) With intent to impede or interfere with duties performed by a dog described in subsection (1).
(iii) With intent to disturb, endanger, or cause emotional distress to a blind, deaf, audibly impaired, or physically limited individual being served or assisted by a dog described in subsection (1).
www.animallaw.info /statutes/stusmi750_50a.htm   (537 words)

  
 Gentle Leader Dog Collar Resources   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
We have found through our training that most dogs are more comfortable with less strap riding on their...
Dogs can live upwards of 15 years if they are healthy, so it is not a decision to be made...
A woman in China should be charged with DWC after letting her dog take the wheel.
www.electric-dog-collar.com /Gentle-Leader-Dog-Collar.html   (380 words)

  
 SelwinADodge
Without doubt, one of the most dramatic and best known service activities of The Lions Club is the Leader Dog program.
In fiscal year 1998, 279 Leader Dog teams graduated; 279 more blind people went out into the world able to live a life of their own, despite blindness.
Nearly 11,000 Leader Dogs have been trained since the founding of the school in 1939.
www.dodgefamily.org /Genealogy/SelwinADodge.shtml   (1017 words)

  
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 Equipment - Gentle Leader - NK Concepts - Dog Supply Training Specialist
The Gentle Leader® (Promise Collar) can be a wonderful tool to help you train your dog to walk on a loose lead.
In a fun and gentle way you can teach your dog to walk with you without pulling or lunging, teach your dog to come, sit, heel, control unwanted barking, prevent jumping, calm excessive activity, stop chewing, digging, and begging.
If your dog does not show a nearly immediate response to the Gentle Leader it means either it hasn't been adjusted properly or your dog is not a good candidate for this training tool.
www.nkconcepts.com /gentleleader.htm   (413 words)

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