[nagdu] About AGDU & Nick Whitney

[Marianne Denning]

I looked at the website and it looked mostly like an informational
website but the membership is $15.00 per year.  It makes me wonder if
it is like the one out of NY that has all of the commercials about
donating your car.

On 5/20/15, Vivianna via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> You are correct that Nick is nearly sighted, although, he has a dog from GDB
> and is their representative for the missouri and surrounding states.
> and, yes, he was the president of MGDU quitting after misappropiation of
> funds was suspected.
> this is the first that I have heard of this organization and, we live in the
> same town.  wonder if it’s just a few friends or what?  pondering.
>
> Vivianna
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>> On May 20, 2015, at 1:48 PM, Marion Gwizdala via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> Nick Whitney who is cited as the president of this organization, was once
>> the president of the Missouri Association of Guide dog Users. There was an
>> issue with his leadership but I don't recall what that issue was. We might
>> want to have Julie Mcginnity chime in on this. I will also send a message
>> to Gary wunder, the Missouri affiliate president, to get more information
>> from his perspective.
>>
>> Fraternally yours,
>> Marion Gwizdala
>>
>>
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>> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Deanna Lewis
>> via nagdu
>> Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2015 11:58 AM
>> To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users
>> (nagdu at nfbnet.org)
>> Cc: Deanna Lewis
>> Subject: [nagdu] Has anyone heard of this organization?
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>> From: Oagdu [mailto:oagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Deanna Lewis
>> via Oagdu
>> Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2015 11:18 AM
>> To: Ohio Association of Guide Dog Users List
>> Cc: Deanna Lewis
>> Subject: [Oagdu] Has anyone heard of this organization?
>>
>> Hi guys,
>> I came across this organization called, America’s Guide Dog Users (AGDU)
>> during a Google search, and I was wondering if you’ve ever heard of it? I
>> never have, so am just curious what you all think. I’ve included info
>> below from their website. Thoughts and opinions are appreciated. Thanks!
>> Deanna and the boys
>>
>>
>> America’s Guide Dog Users (AGDU) was inspired and created by guide dog
>> handlers and friends.
>> AGDU’s mission is to share information about the various access rights and
>> regulations afforded to all guide dog teams throughout the United States.
>> Including information from the Department of Justice (DOJ), American’s
>> with Disability Act (ADA), Fair Housing Authority (FHA), Air Carrier
>> Access Act (ACAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as well as
>> other agencies.
>> The AGDU organization is not affiliated with any national or state guide
>> dog organization. We are independent and solely governed and run by
>> dedicated AGDU members. This is a group of guide dog handlers, puppy
>> raisers, professionals and friends helping each other as we travel
>> independently.
>> AGDU advocates for protection laws for working guide dogs and puppies in
>> training. We believe stronger laws and penalties should be instituted,
>> holding pet owner’s accountable if their pet caused physical or mental
>> injury or death to a guide dog or puppy in training.
>> The organization focuses on a variety of guide dog related topics.  Fellow
>> AGDU members share experiences in working with a guide dog, tips and
>> tricks, access rights, housing and airline regulations, retiring a dog and
>> other guide dog matters.
>> We are dedicated in advocating for maintaining the right of independence
>> afforded to all guide dog teams throughout the United States.  By
>> educating and sharing information with the public, we feel this can assist
>> all guide dog teams in their daily travels.
>> These are just some of the highlights of what America’s Guide Dog Users is
>> focused on. We work in drawing attention to the guide dog world, promoting
>> a positive foundation to enhance good team ethics and friendship as we
>> travel with our guide dogs throughout this wonderful country.
>> If you would like to become a member or make a donation to AGDU, please
>> visit our Membership or Donation page.
>> For more information or assistance, please feel free to contact Nick
>> Whitney, AGDU President by calling him at:  314-875-0007. Or send Nick an
>> Email at: n.whitney at agdu.org<mailto:n.whitney at agdu.org>.
>>
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