A guide dog owner could take their dog out of the country, however,
when it is brought back in and has served its time in quarantine it
is unlikely that it would be of much use as a guide dog. This is
what I was told by GDBA. I am not convinced by this, but most users
would be lost without their dog (no pun intended) for the 6 months
that they were without it. My solution is to leave my dog at home
and let my wife do its job when I travel abroad. This has its
advantages, for example, the dog can't drive the hire car and never
buys a round of drinks!
I suggest that you contact your local guide dog training centre for
further information.
Steve.
I am
currently in the process of trying to find out about the
opportunities for people with
> disabilities to study and work in other European countries.
>
> I have been informed that guide dogs are subject to the same quarantine regulations as any
> other animal. Consequently, I would be grateful for any information about travel for people who
> have guide dogs.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Amanda Crowfoot
>
>
>
Steve Metcalfe
Division of Assistive Resources and Technology
University of Lincolnshire & Humberside, UK
Tel: +44 (0)1482 440550 ext. 4029
Fax: +44 (0)1482 441411
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