[Blindtlk] Guide Dog Story

[Kelby Carlson]

Since we're talking about guide dogs, here's a not-so-fun aguide 
dog experience I had recently.

In a few weeks I'll be traveling to Kentucky for a singing 
competition that my university's voice department participates 
in.  (Originally, I was set to sing on a recital and wasn't 
planning on going, but the dates were changed.) Once we got me 
signed up, my voice instructor told me he didn't want me bringing 
the dog.  (Keep in mind, this is someone who is very familiar 
with the dog and his known me for a couple of years.) When I 
explained why I didn't think that would be appropriate, he 
retorted that it would be crowded and "I probably wouldn't need 
him." He then followed that up with "And I don't want a dog in my 
car."

Needless to say, I am making riding arrangements with a student 
(who is more than happy to have a puppy along.) I don't really 
need advice as the situation is sorted out, but commiseration is 
appreciated.  (grin)

Kelby S.  Carlson

Vanderbilt University