[nagdu] Getting a Guide Dog Soon!

Thu Feb 26 20:16:23 UTC 2015

Hi Helga,
I do know that GDB Guide Dogs for the Blind gives a vet stipend
annually and last I checked it was $250. I would like to know of any
other schools who give this as well or something similar. I know most
will cover extraordinary costs within the first year though. While I
am unfamiliar with pet stores giving discounts on food and other care
items, I have heard of online sites giving discounts or coupons to ALL
patrons and their may be some that require membership which I will
have to check. Also, I used to belong to an organization called IAADP
International Association of Assistance Dog Partnerships where you
qualifed for specific discounts on meds and such. Not sure if they are
still in existance though as one of the founders has passed away. Yes,
check around with different veterinarians to see if they offer some
typs of discount, what this applies to, and which dogs qualify. Some
will offer a percentage off of all services while others will only
discount vaccinations. It is their choice and they aren't required to
off any discount. AAlso, be sure t weigh vet discounts against all the
other discounts and perks you can receive elsewhare because sometimes
Great service is worth sacrificing for. I do know that Petsmart has a
Pet Perks program and I think their vet works on a flat rate
membership basis.

To your question of health insurance for dogs, there is that but it's
my understanding that it covers major medical expenses and works just
like traditional health insurance for humans where there are
deductibles and such. I had written some names and numbers down but
that is not accessible to me at this time.
HTH and hope I didn't overwhelm you,
Danielle
PS. All of this info is on the aoub tPetsmart can be found on their
website. You get a card and a key card and everything!

On 2/26/15, Cindy Ray via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> I have never had a dog work until it was eleven I don't think. I don't like
> a policy like that, but in my case maybe it would be better so I don't push
> the dog beyond where it is willing to go. I still wouldn't care much for
> that policy. It will be interesting to see how it will be enforced.
> Cindy
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Marion Gwizdala
> via nagdu
> Sent: Thursday, February 26, 2015 1:31 PM
> To: 'Helga Schreiber'; 'NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of
> Guide Dog Users'
> Subject: Re: [nagdu] Getting a Guide Dog Soon!
>
> Helga,
>
> 	It is very important that someone wishing to get a guide dog have
> the financial ability to care for it. There are health insurance programs
> to
> help cover the cost of veterinary care; however, the food and grooming
> supplies for a guide dog could run about $600 per year. Be sure you are
> ready for this!
>
> 	Also, please be advised that Southeastern now has a policy that one
> retires their dog at or before age 11. Though this seems inconsistent with
> what they call an ownership policy and I don't know how they will ever
> enforce such a policy other than requiring you to return the harness, it is
> important that all consumers understand the policies of the programs they
> attend. I have had two guide dogs that worked well past their 11th year,
> both of them from Southeastern. Go figure!
>
> Marion Gwizdala
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Helga Schreiber
> via nagdu
> Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 3:55 PM
> To: National Association of Guide Dog Users
> Cc: Florida Association of Guide Dog Users
> Subject: [nagdu] Getting a Guide Dog Soon!
>
> Hi everyone! How are you all? I'm getting a guide dog soon! I did not apply
> yet, but i'm going to apply this weekend to the school or next week! But
> first I wanted to ask you all some questions. I'm concerned about some
> things. I know that wen you have a guide dog you have to be very
> responsible
> and be able to take good care of him or her, and you guys really inspire me
> a lot! My OM instructor told me that I'm ready in order to get a guide dog,
> but my concerns and also my family are vet expenses and be able to provide
> for the dog! I currently lieve on an appartment, and I go to school and I
> don't work yet, but i do have SSI. However, my family and i have money to
> sustain ourselves, but I'm not so sure that I'm going to be able to sustain
> the dog so well. You know vet expenses and food, toys, and many other
> things! Do you know if there is a dog insurance or some kind of program
> that
> can help me with all these matters untill I get good finantial income? I'm
> just owndering since I  really want to ahve a dog, and I'm ready for it!
> And
> I'm going to apply to Southeastern Guide Dog school! I will really
> appreciate it a lot if you can help me with these matters! Hope to hear
> form
> you soon. Thanks os much and God bless!
>
> Helga Schreiber
>
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