Meika's Helping Paws

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One essential task that service dogs can be trained to perform is the forward momentum task. This task involves the dog applying pressure against the handler's legs to help them overcome physical obstacles, navigate through crowds, or maintain balance while walking. By utilizing their body weight and strength, service dogs can provide valuable support to individuals with mobility issues, such as those using wheelchairs or walkers. The forward momentum task is particularly beneficial in situations where the handler needs assistance with stability or propulsion. When teaching the forward momentum task, it is important to prioritize the safety and well-being of both the handler and the dog. Proper body mechanics and positioning are key to preventing injuries and ensuring a comfortable experience for both parties. Additionally, regular practice and reinforcement of the task are necessary to maintain proficiency and reliability. By incorporating the forward momentum task into their training repertoire, service dogs can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges, enabling them to navigate the world with greater ease and autonomy. Here is Tobias demonstrating a longer sequence with both left and right turns. If you think a mobility task trained service dog could help you, please send us a message to learn more about the training process. #servicedogtrainer #servicedogprogram #servicedog #tasktraining #labradorretriever #labradorretrieversofinstagram #meikashelpingpaws #savannahdogtrainer #savannahga

Tobias is learning the foundational steps of one of his new tasks - "find the stairs." This task can be helpful for individuals with visual impairments or those who have difficulty navigating through elevation changes. #servicedogtrainer #servicedogtraining #servicedog #dysautonomia #dysautonomiaservicedog #pots #potsservicedog #dogtrainersavannah #savannahdogtrainer #labradorretriever #labradorretrieversofinstagram #meikashelpingpaws #savannahairport #savannahgeorgia

Lucky used to bark and harass the pool guy every time he came over. Look at him now! #savannahdogtrainer #dogtrainersavannah #savannahgeorgia

Appa practices navigating the escalators at Bass Pro Shops. #servicedogintraining #servicedogtrainer #servicedogprogram #servicedogtraining #dysautonomiaservicedog #dysautonomia #pots #potsservicedog #goldenretriever #goldenretrieversofinstagram #bassproshop #savannahgeorgia

Took Avalon to the @fortworthzoo and we enjoyed watching the otters play. #servicedog #servicedogtrainer #germanshepherd #germanshepherdsofinstagram #fortworth #fortworthtexas #fortworthzoo #otter

Lagertha training at the airport ✈️ and navigating escalators. #servicedogtrainer #servicedogintraining #servicedogprogram #servicedogtraining #canecorso #canecorsolovers #savannahdogtrainer #sdgunnerfund SD Gunner Fund Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport

Broke Grayson out of his foster home and took him for a walk on a busy Saturday morning at Daffin Park! Grayson's journey has not been an easy one. When I first met him, he cowered in his kennel at the shelter. This poor pup had been confined to a crate for the first eight months of life without having been properly socialized to the outside world. So naturally, everything was really scary for him - people, cars, loud noises, the microwave going off, etc. I'm so proud of this little boy and his foster for continuing to put into the work. #dogtraining #dogtrainer #dogtrainersavannah #strangerdanger #renegadepawsrescue #renegadesofinstagram #reactivitytraining #savannahdogtrainer #savannahgeorgia Renegade Paws Rescue Danielle Eiler

Here's a step by step breakdown of how to teach your service dog to retrieve a drink from the fridge. #servicedogtrainer #servicedogprogram #servicedogtraining #servicedog #servicedogsofinstagram #germanshepherd #germanshepherdsofinstagram #meikashelpingpaws #tasktrained #tasktraining

Lagertha's first outdoor restaurant! #servicedogintraining #servicedogtrainer #servicedogprogram #servicedogtrainer #servicedogtraining #canecorso #canecorsoofinstagram #mellowmushroom Mellow Mushroom #sdgunnerfund SD Gunner Fund

Hero is learning how to help his handler. #servicedogtrainer #servicedogintraining #servicedogtraining #servicedog #australianshepherd #australianshepherdsofinstagram #bassproshop #meikashelpingpaws #tasktraining

Finnley demonstrates how her tasks can help her handler. #servicedogintraining #servicedog #servicedogtrainer #savannahgeorgia #goldendoodle #goldendoodlesofinstagram #mobilitytraining #mobilityservicedog #meikashelpingpaws