[Blindtlk] Question Regarding Guide Dogs

[Julie J]

If you're asking if the dog will guide both people at the same time, the 
answer is probably no.
I have, on occasion, worked my guide dog  on my left with a person holding 
my right arm.  I always insist that they continue to use their cane.  I 
think it would be asking a lot for a guide dog to ensure there is room for 
two people.

I have heard of guide dogs given to couples.  However I have only heard of 
this in other countries where the availability of guide dogs is very 
limited.  To my knowledge it isn't done in the U.S.  Also the couples guide 
dog only works for one person at a time. They have to take turns working the 
dog.

About your question about allergies...there are some programs that train a 
very limited number of poodles, Dobermans, Boxers and Visla's. Those are the 
breeds generally considered better for people with allergies.  All those 
breeds do have fur though.

I'd encourage you to join the NAGDU list where you could talk to a lot more 
guide dog users about your questions.
http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nagdu_nfbnet.org


HTH
Julie

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Sent: Sunday, February 07, 2010 5:29 PM
Subject: [Blindtlk] Question Regarding Guide Dogs


> To Whom It may Concern:
> I have a question relating to guide dogs. I am concerned about if you walk 
> with a guide dog, can you take someone else with you? Is there any problem 
> when two blind people walk with the same dog? I'm asking this question 
> because, let's say that, a blind couple wants to share the same guide dog 
> while walking together. So, is that possible?
> Also, is there any guide dogs out there that are especially for people who 
> are allergic to dogs, like those hair but not fur dogs?
>
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