[Blindtlk] Guide Dog Training in College

[Julie J.]

Kelby,

You don't have to be a current guide dog user to join the NAGDU list.  
There are several people who are currently actively posting that are in 
the process of deciding whether or not a guide dog is for them.   We 
also have puppy raisers, people in between guides, at least one who has 
used a guide in the past but is happy with the return to a cane, at 
least one trainer that I know of, a few people representing various 
programs and every now and then we get people who use other types of 
service dogs.  Oh and one or two guide horse users too.

I haven't attended a guide dog program.  I train my own guides, but from 
what I understand from others the schools will honor your request for a 
summer class, but you have to get your name in well in advance since 
those spots fill up quickly.  If you are starting college in a month or 
so, I would start planning now for next summer.  You can always change 
your mind before you leave for guide dog class, but if you're seriously 
thinking about it, I'd suggest starting the application process now.  It 
can't hurt and then you'll know exactly what your options are.

Best,
Julie, the NAGDU list moderator extraordinaire!

On 7/27/2011 4:48 PM, Kelby Carlson wrote:
> Hi, list.
>
> I know this may be a better question for the NAGDU list, but since I 
> don't have adog I'm not currently subscribed there.  I'm considering 
> applying for a dog from Leaderdogs for the Blind in Rochester, 
> Michigan.  I've not made a final decision yet, but there is one thing 
> that's very important.  I'm starting college this fall, and would 
> ideally like to train and receive a guide dog in the summer.  
> Leaderdogs says they will take preferences into account, but cannot 
> guarantee a spot at a certain time.  Will they at least try to make it 
> so that I can train during the summer without being forced to miss any 
> college?
>
>
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