[Oagdu] Has anyone heard of this organization?

[Marianne Denning]

Yes it is.

On 5/20/15, Deanna Lewis via Oagdu <oagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 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