A lady in my bible study class received a Golden puppy from Seeing Eyes for the blind. She is raising it to be socialized for all kinds of situations and the dog goes every where with her, including the grocery store, worship and the private school where she teaches.
Even at 6 months of age, "Nina" is a great dog. She is not distracted by children, is already housebroken, doesn't chew and is affectionate when it is time to receive attention, non-demanding when it isn't. She practically disappears in social situations, sitting calmly at Pat's feet.
The only problem is that Pat has become attached and will have a really hard time letting her go when the time comes... I contrast this with my daughter's Jack Russell Terrier- somewhat like contrasting Mother Theresa and Jack Nicholson...
