[nagdu] guide dogs in hotels

[Marion Gwizdala]

Jack,

	With all due respect, it is never a good idea to let a place of public accommodation know you will be accompanied by a service dog. What purpose does such advance notice serve? Places of public accommodation must modify their policies, practices, and procedures to allow a person with a service dog the same access to their goods and services as others. 

Fraternally yours,
Marion Gwizdala




-----Original Message-----
From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of JACK RUPERT Sr. via nagdu
Sent: Monday, December 08, 2014 9:50 AM
To: Emily Michael; NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users
Subject: Re: [nagdu] guide dogs in hotels

It's always a good idea to contact the motel prior to arrival so that they know that you have a service animal with young.  

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> On Dec 8, 2014, at 8:44 AM, Emily Michael via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> In January, I’ll be traveling with my chorus for a weekend retreat in Orlando – an exciting few days of workshops, performances, and seminars! This will be my first time “away from home” with York, and I welcome any travel tips you have. Are there any do’s and don’ts of staying in hotels? Should I contact the hotel in advance to say that York is coming with me? Do you bring a crate for your dog, or just a bed?
> 
> I welcome any wisdom you have gathered!
> 
> With best,
> Emily & York
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