[Oagdu] Has anyone heard of this organization?

[Chris Tolle]

What is the name of this organization? The organization that provides guide dogs to younger people.

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> On May 20, 2015, at 11:52 AM, Marianne Denning via Oagdu <oagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> 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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