Realistic Expectations of Guide Dogs and their Handler
10:30 AM - 11:30 AMFri
Bear Tower C
Speakers
Meredith Bryde
COMS, GDMI/Extended Services Supervisor, Leader Dogs for the Blind
Documents
Powerpoint PDF
IGDF Standards
Realistic Expectations
Participants will learn how to recognize if a client is a good candidate, help prepare a client for a guide dog and assist with setting realistic guide dog expectations. The application process and program requirements including the International Guide Dog Federation Standards will be discussed.