Protocol for Maize
KSDS inc. Service Puppy in Training
Maize will be with us for about 12 to 18 months. During this time we have several very specific things we must accomplish (socialization, basic obedience etc.) and other fun stuff we can do too. For Maize to become “the best she can be,” all of her new friends need to help by being consistent and following the guide lines listed below. Everything we ask you to do or not to do for Maize has her long term goal in mind.
Do not Feed the
Puppy! The Hills Corporation has
supplied her with an abundance of Science Diet large breed
growth kibble which is all she needs. She gets a tiny piece of
a Science Diet Treat when she is exceptionally good or if she
is learning a new command. This point is critical because she
will be allowed into restaurants with her partner and must
ignore any and all people food.
When Maize is wearing
her cape she is working. You are encouraged to greet her
Only
when she is sitting and calm. Ask her to
“Give Me Five”
for a paw shake. Take your hand away if she starts to nibble.
Eventually she will “fade into the woodwork” and you will not
notice that she is here. She will however be available for
special puppy therapy especially useful after long labs or
tests.
Please let Dr. Payne
know if you have allergies to dogs or if you are not
interested in this project. This is perfectly OK! It is also
important for her to learn that not everyone she meets will
think she is wonderful.