I am blind in one eye and have glaucoma in the other. I have the CNIB coming next week as they are concerned for my safety. I have walked into a tree a door more than a couple of times and fell down the stairs a month ago. I have social phobia and the thought of having to use a long cane is really bothering me. Should I get a guide dog? I am very experinced in animals.
I walked into the tree because I look to the ground to see if anything is in my way.
2007-01-18 03:26:46 · 6 answers · asked by gotchagood 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
My parents both work at a Society for the blind. I’m sorry to say if you don’t use a cane you can not get a Seeing Eye dog. You have to be able to effectively use a cane in order to get a seeing eye dog. People who apply for a dog will have someone sent to their home to see if they can function independently with a cane in the home and outside the home. A lady that goes to the society my parents work at never wanted to use a cane but learned how when she learned she couldn’t get a seeing eye dog in till she could use her cane efficiently.
Getting a seeing eye dog is a good idea, most blind people who have gotten a seeing eye dog feel much more free and independent.
Here is a site with more information http://www.guidingeyes.org/site/PageServer
2007-01-18 05:25:31 · answer #1 · answered by Spread Peace and Love 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A guide dog would be great! The dog would also help with the social phobia. You need to go outside for you and the dog. Guide dogs are a wonderfull thing to have for multiple reasons. Contact your local Guide dogs for the blind and see what they can do for you. So excited for you!
2007-01-18 05:24:19 · answer #2 · answered by wet_jeanlouise 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends on how long/many shots into trees and doors you think you can take. I would suggest that if you are comfortable with a dog and not a cane....go with the dog.
Hope you can read this okay.
2007-01-18 03:35:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think a guide dog would be a great choice. My nephew has CP with brain damage and he has a companion dog. Not only does the dog help him get around and assist him with different things, he has become a sweet friend for him. Good luck!!
2007-01-18 03:34:58 · answer #4 · answered by luv3dbb 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if i was you i would get a guide dog it will help you in the long run
2007-01-18 03:41:09 · answer #5 · answered by klj 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yea i think u should...just to be safe =]
2007-01-18 03:34:33 · answer #6 · answered by K.A.R.A =] 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋