Theories abound as to why the dog s ancestors joined in a partnership with early humans.
One common idea is that humans found the pack skills of early dogs made them helpful hunting partners. The willingness of the dog to perform these services may have amazed our ancestors for, unlike many other species, the dog seemed motivated largely by an overwhelming desire to please. For the dog, this desire to please the leader of its pack, be it canine or human, is the link that connects today s guide with its ancient past. And it is upon this link of wanting to please that the foundation for teaching the complexities of guide work is based. For this reason, schools choose breeds with temperaments that are willing to please and willing to work.