[nagdu] Getting a Guide Dog Soon!

[Greg Aikens]

Actually, health insurance for dogs does exist. When I got my most recent guide from the Seeing Eye in 2011, they had someone come talk to us about purchasing insurance for our dogs. I never researched it much though to figure out if it was worth the price.


 
> On Feb 25, 2015, at 10:21 PM, Debby Phillips via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Hi Helga, no, there is no such thing as dog insurance or subsidies.  If you are on SSI and go to work, there are expenses that you can apply that will allow you to keep more of your SSI and be working.  But I do not know of any programs such as you are asking about.  I believe that Guide Dogs for the Blind pays all vet expenses, but as I am not part of their program, I cannot say for sure.  Some vets will give a discount for service and guide dogs, but you would need to check with the individual vets in your area.  I do understand not working and needing to provide for my dog as well as myself and not having much income.  I was very blessed in that my dad (who has passed away since) would sometimes give me an extra $20.  Sometimes that went for dog food or vet bills.  Others may have some ideas, though.    Peace,    Debby and Neena
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