I got a lovely little surprise in the emailbox during the week - an interim update on Fletcher and a fresh photograph of him out and about.
❝Fletcher had a fun day out at an outdoor art exhibition, exploring the surroundings and savouring lots of sights and smells. It was also a great way for him to practise noise distraction. It’s important that Fletcher learns to remain calm in unfamiliar environments to ensure he stays focused on leading his future owner.❞
Reading between the lines, I think Fletcher might be having a little difficulty keeping on track with his training. Not every dog makes the grade. It is never considered a failure, only that there may be other things such a dog can do. Companion dogs for the elderly, support dogs for children; some transfer to police or search and rescue. Just as with humans, one does not always have to remain where one started!
Let us put our paws together for Fletcher that he does complete his Guide Dog training successfully, though. Some lucky owner is waiting for him!!!
❝Fletcher had a fun day out at an outdoor art exhibition, exploring the surroundings and savouring lots of sights and smells. It was also a great way for him to practise noise distraction. It’s important that Fletcher learns to remain calm in unfamiliar environments to ensure he stays focused on leading his future owner.❞
Reading between the lines, I think Fletcher might be having a little difficulty keeping on track with his training. Not every dog makes the grade. It is never considered a failure, only that there may be other things such a dog can do. Companion dogs for the elderly, support dogs for children; some transfer to police or search and rescue. Just as with humans, one does not always have to remain where one started!
Let us put our paws together for Fletcher that he does complete his Guide Dog training successfully, though. Some lucky owner is waiting for him!!!
Dear Fletcher...hang in there good buddy...as I read,"It is important Fletcher learns to remain calm in unfamiliar environments to ensure he stays focused on leading his future owner❞, I said a wee prayer for you. Obviously you have surpass many abilities some of us two leggers. I know what ever you do down they road it will be extremely honorable.
ReplyDeleteHugs Cecilia
Paws crossed. A coworker actually ended up adopting a guide dog failure dog, Lena. She didn't make the cut, but was a wonderful campaign for my coworker for over 12 years. My grandparents also had a dog Sassy who was a super dog failure (she had been a rescue). Also a lovely dog.
ReplyDelete"Paws crossed!" Yes, he needs to find his calling.
DeleteThat Fletcher is a lovely fellow, and I hope he completes his guild dog mission.
ReplyDeleteIt seems to me that Fletcher will be a wonderful dog whatever the future holds for him.
ReplyDeleteCheers, Gail.
It's a hard road, Fletcher, but you can do it!!!! Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteYou have our admiration, Fletcher. I could never do what you can accomplish!
ReplyDeleteHope you find a person that will be a great match.
ReplyDeleteCoffee is on
Oh ~ Fletcher what a handsome doggie ~ the universe will send you where you needed most ~ xxx
ReplyDeleteHappy Day to you,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
We are pulling for you Fletcher!
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Mabel & Hilda
Go Fletcher!
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