[Oagdu] Has anyone heard of this organization?

[Deanna Lewis]

Isn't that the Mira school? I personally don't think I would have done well with a guide dog at that young of an age. I was a very independent and mature youth, but I still don't think I would have been ready by age 11. I'm glad I waited and got the two best dogs in the World /smiles/. 
Deanna

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From: Oagdu [mailto:oagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Marianne Denning via Oagdu
Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2015 11:53 AM
To: Ohio Association of Guide Dog Users List
Cc: Marianne Denning
Subject: Re: [Oagdu] Has anyone heard of this organization?

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
(513) 607-6053

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