7. 1. DON’T DISTRACT GUIDE DOGS WHILE
THEY’RE WORKING.
Guide dogs have to be constantly on the lookout for
dangers and traps. Calling out to one or trying to
pet one is very distracting to them. However, many
handlers are happy to let you pet their guides-
WHEN they’re off duty.
8. 2. NEVER FEED A GUIDE DOG.
In order to keep their bodies on a predictable
schedule, seeing eye dogs are fed at the same time
every day, and only by their handler. In addition,
guide dogs are on a special diet to keep them in top
physical condition, and bites of steak or ham aren’t
going to help that. (Don’t worry- guide dogs do get
treats, like carrots and fruit.)
9. 3. DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR AN ID.
It’s okay to ask for legal identification papers
proving that a dog is a certified service animal. Real
guide dog owners are usually happy to show you
their IDs
10. 4. BLIND PERSON ADEQUATE
Do not try to steer a blind person with a guide dog.
This may confuse the dog and cause it to put the
blind person in a dangerous position. In the event of
seeing a blind person just let the dog do its job.
11. 5. HELP OUT!
Even though guide dogs are amazing helpers, they
can’t do everything. So you can help, too! Open
doors, read out menus, and inform the public of the
correct ways to interact with service dogs.
