[Blindtlk] Another Question for the Guide dog Users

[Graves, Diane]

Hi Guys,

As many of you know, I have been toying with the idea of trying a dog for a long time. I just keep weighing the pros and cons, and haven't yet decided which side to come down on. (smile)  Unfortunately I was not able to attend the division meeting in Orlando. I just have one quick question for you.

Suppose I decide to take the plunge, and then a few months down the road realize that this wasn't a good choice for me and I want to go back to being a cane user? What happens to that dog. Is the dog just wasted, when it could have gone to someone who was more sure? Can a dog be reclaimed and given to another user? What would the options be? I certainly don't want to be responsible for wasting a valuable animal that I know costs thousands to train.

Any insight or info would be appreciated.
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Thanks
Diane Graves
Civil Rights Specialist
Indiana Civil Rights Commission
Alternative Dispute Resolutions Unit
317-232-2647

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