Assistance Dogs International
In 1989, while attending a hearing dog conference sponsored by American Humane in Colorado who had offered to support the development of a “hearing dog” association, Bonnie encouraged the group not to accept that offer suggesting instead that the association that needed to be developed should be inclusive of all dogs helping people with disabilities: guide, service, hearing and others. She also lobbied for its being international in scope. Her point of view prevailed and her suggested name, Assistance Dogs International, was adopted. She was voted the founding president of the new organization.
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