[Oagdu] Has anyone heard of this organization?

[Marianne Denning]

I have not but you sent me on a chase and I came across a guide dog
school in the U.S. that provides dogs to children between 11 and 17
years of age.

I would ask NAGDU if they are aware of this organization.

On 5/20/15, Deanna Lewis via Oagdu <oagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 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
>
>
> 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.
>
>
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Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
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