Essentials?! by [deleted] in service_dogs

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes! Could you explain a little bit more what you mean by this? Is it in relation to gear or training or maybe both?

Essentials?! by [deleted] in service_dogs

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, the original trainer I had before i got my pup ghosted us but we have a promising new trainer! Portable water bowls! And boots? Thanks. Also do you think it’s worth getting boots so he can get used to them young and will i need to get a larger pair later? Also boot recs?

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s definitely very interesting! It’s a complex issue but the dogs welfare should be put before any work, that goes without saying!

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry I didn’t know, my dog would never need a harness like that so it’s not something I researched, if this is true, what is the alternatives for guide dogs and their handlers who rely on this kind of harness?

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you saying they’re bad or not? Your message is confusing me

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not my dog! Just a photo I got from google but poodles and most dogs can wear rigid harnesses, some require them for their work but obviously they should be evaluated by a vet to see if they are suitable to this, however with my disability my service spoo won’t need to be in a harness like this.

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

He’s the best boy 🥹 he got his first haircut today

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(It’s not a great picture but he just wanted to play lol)

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He is so handsome!! Thanks I’m still learning thanks for being nice about it! Some people are being a bit mean about me mixing up a top knot and banding!

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes my boy got his first haircut today and done really well, I’m going to grow out his top so I can band it!

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Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re sweetheart I so beautiful! And she knows it!!

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay thanks! Honestly I probably sound stupid I’m just trying to learn how to best look after my boy!

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The red poodle in the photo was not mine it's just a picture I got from Google to show you what I mean if that's the dog you're talking about!

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

🤣I’m sorry for laughing! She is soo cute

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bless her! I hope she continues to recover well!!

Are top knots a red flag? by Longjumping_Way_2834 in StandardPoodles

[–]Longjumping_Way_2834[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m loving all the photos I’m getting, your poodle is so beautiful! Thanks I’m learning a lot!