[Oagdu] Has anyone heard of this organization?

[Marianne Denning]

It is Mira Foundation USA.  It might also have the words "guide dog" in it.

On 5/20/15, Chris Tolle via Oagdu <oagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> What is the name of this organization? The organization that provides guide
> dogs to younger people.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> 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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>>
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>> Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
>> Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
>> (513) 607-6053
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Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
(513) 607-6053