Kris10Rae

My first cruise was on the Premier Cruise line-"Big Red Boat" (Oceanic). It was the Disney cruise back then, in 1996.

Cindy

 

I posted a few pics so you can see what a horrible time he's having. LOL :D

My GOODNESS Cindy, he is so handsome! He certainly seems to be enjoying those comfy beds! :)

You NEVER want to touch a Service Dog while it's in motion, NEVER, NEVER. You don't want to distract or draw it's attention away from it owner.

 

But, may I suggest that you first speak with the person and get more information before you make your report.

No worries, I would never attempt to pet a working dog. Although if the owner saw that I was eyeing the dog and offered I certainly would! :) AND, I wouldn't think of ever reporting anything, because I am not educated on the subject at hand. It certainly wouldn't be right to complain about something I didn't know anything about!

Thank you for your answers. I really appreciate hearing all about these great dogs! :)

Hi everyone!

I was hoping you could clear something up for me. I am so happy to see the love and connections you all have with your service dogs! How wonderful!

The past 2 cruises I have been on I saw service dogs. On the Norwegian Dawn a few years ago, I was told that the dogs were terribly sick on the boat, which really upset me. This past cruise I saw a gorgeous German Shepherd service dog. The dog looked so sad and depressed. The owners never acknowledged him and he always seemed to be panting and in distress, they seemed to just drag him around and run into him (specifically speaking of the wife who clearly wasn't visually impaired).

So, are there different types of service dog owners? I am hoping that the dog on this past cruise was "working" at those times that I saw him and that they treat him like part of the family in other situations.

I have a Golden Retriever and he's like a child to me. I have a huge outpouring of love for all dogs, and hated to see these service dogs seem so distressed. Do they enjoy cruising?

Thanks! :) I mean no disrespect or anything, just eager to learn more about service dogs!