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We went on a nice walk today and she did pretty well loose leash walking! We’ve gotten out of the habit of it so now it’s time to get back into the loose leash. We had a nice time. She’s working very hard and deserves a nice break. #sifthedog #theadventuresofsif #servicedogsofinstagram #servicesogintraining https://www.instagram.com/p/B2U0LJMgGjh/?igshid=jx4y5nfnvmab

Sometimes after working really well through a training session, you just deserve a small peanut butter treat. #sifthedog #theadventuresofsif #servicedogsofinstagram #servicedogintraing https://www.instagram.com/p/B1Jj0eqgqeY/?igshid=4gzpertzj3us

Today we had a patch of sunshine at work! We had dog training earlier and Sif was so good. My trainer made food and put it on a low table, and Sif left it alone as we walked around the table. She stayed by my side while I sat at the table even with an insane amount of distractions. We were told that we’re going to start training for our Public Access test at the end of July. I’m so proud of how far my baby has come!! #servicedogintraining #psychiatricservicedog #servicedogsofinstagram #theadventuresofsif #sifthedog https://www.instagram.com/p/BzHalIFg3_t/?igshid=1u3f44tyh0mm3

This is the face of the sweet girl who has started tasking almost all the time. It’s only the one task that we’ve been working on (bouncing anxiety; next is deep pressure therapy) but she’s started doing it everywhere, without me realizing I’m doing the leg bouncing. Today she got up from her nap, looked at me, and got up to do her task even though she’s technically not on duty right now. I’m so proud of this breakthrough! #sifthedog #theadventuresofsif #servicedogintraing #psychiatricservicedog #servicedogsofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx-lXpFgLX6/?igshid=1098gjwwq12jz

Today she tasked without the promise of a treat or nudging! We were waiting in the lobby to see my med doc and I didn’t realize I was anxious and bouncing my leg. Sif jumped up and alerted me, and stayed with her paws on my leg until I stopped bouncing. She did this several more times and I gave her a treat. I’m so happy! This is a huge milestone. #servicedogintraining #psychiatricservicedog #servicedogsofinstagram #theadventuresofsif #sifthedog https://www.instagram.com/p/BxvHsikFfD6/?igshid=ol2g7jmlub7y

Just a girl and her best friend. #sifthedog #servicedogintraining #nofilter https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxu1ycsJVOD/?igshid=1q0u6ngn6p9p2

Feeling better and back to work! She’s still having trouble realizing that even if I don’t have a treat, when the leg bounces, she jumps up. I assume that will only come with practice and time. She’s doing great with her down stays though! #servicedogintraining #psychiatricservicedog #servicedogsofinstagram #theadventuresofsif #sifthedog https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxf_KTplVKq/?igshid=5wws4hw0ugqk

We had to go to the vet today. Little miss kept puking and worried me. They said to give her chicken and rice, and to come in again tomorrow if it keeps happening. I just want my baby well. #sifthedog #theadventuresofsif https://www.instagram.com/p/BxapKuvF_MK/?igshid=a68a6b62icup