Posted by Chloe on February 13, 2002, at 19:05:53
In reply to Assistance Dogs and Mental Illness, posted by susan C on February 11, 2002, at 12:54:46
> http://deltasociety.org/dsb100.htm#consumer
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> Hi,
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> Congratualtions. That is so great. I have been pondering the addition of a Assistance Dog/companion pet, but as my hub is very allergic (mentally and physically) I have only gotten as far as birdfeederes on my window.
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> This site talks about trained dogs...what I am most familiar with is the 'seeing eye' dogs...however they can be trained for any number of things, like seizures and depression... and can be allowed by the ADA in USA everywhere...
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> Mouse dreaming of walking a dogHi Mouse,
Many assistant dogs are poodles because they are very trainable and smart. Not to mention non- allergic and don't shed...However, they are not always a good option for the physically handicapped, as poodles do need to be groomed regularly.
I highly recommend the breed. These dogs have extremely cheery and happy personalities. And NO, you they don't have to look like those silly show dogs. A simple puppy cut makes them look like lambs!
I highly recommend poodles as companions. :) Especially for people (or mice!) with allergic husbands!
Chloe
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