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Series: What A Blind Dog Sees

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What A Blind Dog Sees, Part 1

  By Laura VanArendonk Baugh CPDT-KA KPACTP training report, anecdote, soapbox
Inky, in early stages of illness, before much hair loss or blindness
This entry is part 1 of 2 in the series What A Blind Dog Sees

Inky is blind — but she isn’t disposable. She’s unique, with generous affection and an unbeatable attitude in the face of adversity, and she has a lot to teach us. Continue reading

Tagged   humor, Inky, BSL is stupid, dangerous breed, inspiration, smart
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What a Blind Dog Sees, Part 2

  By Laura VanArendonk Baugh CPDT-KA KPACTP training report, anecdote
our lovely gate, courtesy of Jezroc Metalworks
This entry is part 2 of 2 in the series What A Blind Dog Sees

Part 1 covered Inky’s uncertain backstory and roller coaster of health issues.  Today, we’ll talk about how we’ve trained through blindness, and what we’ve learned about obedience, perception, trust, and control. Continue reading

Tagged   Inky, Laevatein, BSL is stupid, dangerous breed, inspiration, training
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