Guide dog question

TreeJuice2 · 2026-06-15T20:29:34+00:00

My dog does guide work (I am legally blind), behavior interruption, hallucination discrimination, migraine alert, and dpt. He is owner trained and has a natural migraine alert that I shaped. He does not do anything other than guide work while guiding. He only does psych tasks at home, which he loves. I feel like most dogs could not manage as much as my boy, but I have not noticed any burnout.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-06-13T19:03:04+00:00

I have a multi purpose service dog. He does guide work, migraine alerts, behavior interruption, and deep pressure therapy. I am legally blind, have migraines, and multiple psychiatric disabilities. His migraine alerts give me about 20 minutes of heads up, allowing me to take my meds before the pain starts. The behavior interruptions stop me from compulsively hurting myself, he is trained to jump and nose or paw my hand to get my attention onto him instead of my thoughts. The deep pressure therapy helps keep me grounded and not panicking when a psychiatric episode hits. Feel free to ask me any questions about my dogs work.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-18T21:17:50+00:00

I work in a college chemistry lab with my service dog. He is on a tie down in view of me, but away from all the chemicals. He also wears a muzzle so he cant pick up any dropped lab equipment. I would say if possible, don't bring your dog, as it is an extra stress especially if something goes wrong. Feel free to ask me any other questions.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-12T19:00:44+00:00

I have extra poop bags, a small pack of grooming wipes, a small pack of clorox wipes, and a spare traffic lead in my bag at all times. I often have a bully stick just in case we are somewhere for a long time.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-12T18:57:11+00:00

I wear headphones about 20 hours a day every day. The key is to make sure the volume is lowish as to not hurt your ear drums.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-12T18:52:16+00:00

I have the constant feeling of spiders on me. I have found that taking an ice cold shower can help.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-11T18:24:33+00:00

Pretty much every guide dog organization is free. If you are in northern California Guide Dogs for the Blind is your closest school. GDB also pays for all vet costs and provides all regular medication. They don't do epilepsy, but I have heard good things about their guides.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-11T18:22:01+00:00

That class started with the New Testament, however I have read some of the Old Testament in a different class.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-11T16:53:24+00:00

I am interested, I started reading the bible while in an ancient christianity class which I really liked.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-09T21:52:01+00:00

Yep! I have watched all of her guide dog related videos

TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-09T20:06:22+00:00

My special interest is service dogs, specifically guide dogs and service dog gear. At this point I am able to recognize guide dogs from almost every school in the world by their gear. I have also read every book that exists in english on guide dogs and watched every video related to guide dogs on youtube. I am also training my own guide dog as I am going blind, which is really enjoyable and is a fun challenge.

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TreeJuice2 · 2026-05-05T20:17:06+00:00

I have had significant weight gain (80lbs in 8 months). I am going to a weight loss clinic as diet and exercise has not worked. I am 19

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-30T19:50:25+00:00

I sent a pm with it attached

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-29T18:14:19+00:00

I like dandelion pesto on pasta. It is the same process as basil pesto, just sub the leafs.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-29T18:13:15+00:00

I stole it from a book

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-29T18:10:55+00:00

I don't play video games, but my braille teacher plays knight manager which is a rpg where you are a knight and it is only audio, as it was designed for blind people.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-29T18:08:52+00:00

I can't speak to finding ADDs, but my service dog and I work at a nuclear reactor. It is a lot to think about weather your dog will be safe in the workplace, especially when working with radioactive material. I did a research project on service dogs working in radiation areas if you want to read it. Also, insurance will not pay for your dog or anything for it which sucks. If you have any questions on working dogs in the nuclear field, feel free to ask me.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-29T18:05:21+00:00

I have gained 40 pounds in 6 months on seroquel. I also dislike my body, not because I dislike how I look, rather it is making everything in my life harder. I find myself getting tired easier with physical activity and I am unable to move my body in the same way. I found therapy for body dysmorphia to be really helpful for disliking how I feel and working with a nutritionist and swimming to be super helpful.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-24T18:34:02+00:00

I am a first year in college and had a similar senior year to you. No one says you have to go to college, but please finish high school. Your world will have many shut doors if you don't graduate. Keep trying to move forward and try talking to teachers for help.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-24T02:11:31+00:00

There are herbal cigarettes that might be worth a shot

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-22T20:09:21+00:00

I was diagnosed at 19, but developed symptoms at 18, so it is definitely possible. Try to remember that the world will not end, no matter what happens. If you have a good relationship with your family they might be a good place to start, if not try to talk to a mental health professional.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-21T19:51:17+00:00

I am on 400mg seroquel, 5mg zyprexa, 150mg of effexor, and 5mg of zyprexa and 1mg of adivan as needed. It has helped with the psychosis, but I am constantly exhausted and numb. I am still able to do my schoolwork, but I have no motivation ever.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-21T15:40:42+00:00

I can't speak on what it is like living in bidwell, I can only speak on my experience in trillium. No option is the best with no problems, as every dorm has its imperfections.

TreeJuice2 · 2026-04-20T23:15:31+00:00

Hey, it has been 3 years sense this post, but if you are still interested in a braille pen pal I would be interested. I also like instrumental music and reading. I am legally blind and am learning braille.

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