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09-01-2005, 09:26 AM | #1 |
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| Hurricane Pets vs. Service dogs I just wanted to post this because sometimes I think we make decisions without full knowledge of what life may deal us in the future. I heard so many stories about people who left their precious pets behind to perish when they had to escape this natural disaster. I feel that some of them could have been saved and I think we can start here with our membership. I posted a poll recently asking the members if they had a qualifying disability, would they make their dog a service animal. While the majority said they would, I was frankly surprised by those who said they would not. Even if you don't use the fact that your dog is a service animal on a daily basis it may just save it's life someday. If you are ever in a situation like this hurricane where hotels or whatever are refusing "pets" you would be able to get your service animal in and take it to safety. Please consider this if you ever are in a position to make your dog a service animal because it may end up being your precious furbaby who is saved by your actions. Just food for thought. |
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09-01-2005, 09:45 AM | #3 |
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| That is a really good point. I was already thinking about making Deegan a service dog, but thatjust makes me wanto more. How do you go about doing it?
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09-01-2005, 09:46 AM | #4 | |
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09-01-2005, 10:09 AM | #5 |
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| I just sent her a PM as I"m very intrested. |
09-01-2005, 10:10 AM | #6 |
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| I would never leave my baby..i just couldnt do it
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09-01-2005, 10:13 AM | #7 | |
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09-01-2005, 10:14 AM | #8 |
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| I had never heard of this but its a very good suggestion. Overall I think anyone who has the chance to certify their baby as a service dog should do this eyes wide shut because why not help those who can benefit from the unconditional love of a dog. |
09-01-2005, 11:31 AM | #9 |
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| For those who expressed an interest this will get you started in training your dog to be a service animal.It is really easy depending on your disability but most basic behaiors like bringing things to you or barking at certain noises or just licking your face to calm you are considered training. A good place to start is to read the law and understand it. Basically as soon as a dog begins its training it qualifies as a service dog and is allowed access everywhere. Even puppies like Ava! There are rules that business establishments must be aware of and follow and here is a link to a FAQ that I printed out and carry with me because there are a lot of businesses that don't know the laws. www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/qasrvc.htm If you google service animals too you can read a lot of info. PM me if you need more info after you get started. You don't have to reigister or certify them but there is a registry called SARA or service animal registry of america that gives you a ID tag for $35 which helps sometimes and they are not required to wear vests of other distinquihing uniforms but you can buy them or the patches at www.raspberryfield.com. |
09-01-2005, 12:04 PM | #10 |
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| Thanks again Kim, for this pointer on how service animal designation for our babies can benefit not just us, but them as well. I would have remained on the roof with my Tuck (or Rex, or Cleo or whomever) and let the "rescuers" know my death was on their heads if it came to that... I could not leave my baby - skin or fur. No real difference to me except the furbaby is a little more helpless and in need of rescue... Sorry, very strong feelings on this - they wouldn't ask me to leave my child - they'd have been better off rescuing pets than a lot of those jerks that are out there looting and shooting right now!!!! Dana |
09-01-2005, 03:34 PM | #11 |
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| Speaking from experience of evacuating for hurricanes . . . . Hotels relaxed their no pet policy during evacuations. The Choice Inn in Ruston, Louisiana has a strict no pet policy. Almost every single room had dogs -- not one - not only two, some of them had 3 and 4! People that have the means to evacuate usually find a way to take their pets with them. Lisa
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09-01-2005, 04:01 PM | #12 |
YT Addict | My husband was telling me that he heard on the news that they where taking pets out of childrens arms. I was just heartbroken! I would stay and die for my yorkies and one brittainy. That is how much i love them.These poor people have gone through so much and have to leave behind the pets that are so loyal and loving to them. How horrible!I know people should come first but like i said i wouldn't or couldn't leave my babies.I am counting my blessings and crying for our brothers and sisters out there needing help. So Horrible!God help them. |
09-01-2005, 04:02 PM | #13 |
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| Lisa~ That is so wonderful to hear that some hotels were so accommodating given the emergency situation, but not all were unfortunately and many beloved pets were lost as a result. I don't want this to turn into a controversial thread, but, there were still lots of stories I heard of people leaving pets behind...for example, they were not allowed in the sports complex where all those people went toward the end. I think it is still a good thing for the safety of the animal. It just makes life easier and I cannot see a negative. |
09-01-2005, 04:22 PM | #14 |
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| Like I said, check to see "who" were the people that went to the Superdome. They are the indigent, lower class people of the city. I don't begrudge them the joy of animal ownership but when they can't even take care of themselves, they don't have any business owning an animal. Lisa
__________________ Lisa Proud Marine Mom Carter, Cooper & Crissy's Mom and Sebastian's Nana Never underestimate the warmth of a cold nose! |
09-01-2005, 04:45 PM | #15 |
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| Everyone should get the chance to have a pet... My intention is not to cause trouble, but rather, give you a look from the "other side". (Some of you may not be able to comprehend that.) Growing up, from birth until I was ten years old was hell. Let's see...my father tried to kill himself, cutting his wrists while standing over me at age 6. Tried to run over and kill ME when I was 7. Tried to kill my mother at least 3 times a month (didn't matter whether they were married or not); went to 10 different schools and lived in 12 different homes; lived in a hotel room, slept in a chair at age 5; sent to live with grandparents or other family members who could afford me; had five different stepfathers; and guess who my only friend in the world was..... YEP, my dog. Thank God for sending me a wonderful adoptive father who saved my life, and guess what - he bought me a new dog. Glad I had a pet! |
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