Why is it all or nothing?
I deeply respect and greatly appreciate the value of therapy dogs … I do understand the need to respect those who have allergies, too. With a granddaughter who suffers from those, I get that.
Surely an investment of a little time, discussion and effort could have reached compromise, a better "fix" than this. Too sad, how society has adopted an "all or nothing" approach to issues.
Kurt Burgess
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It is about lawsuits
Just put a muzzle on him if they are so afraid. But the dog is trained, and it is not (like) they brought in a dog from a pound.
Bottom line: It is all about sue-happy people and frivolous lawsuits.
Maryann Lepper
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Instead of blanket ban, create guidelines
A blanket ban is the same as saying that they are unable or unwilling to use judgment. Instead of banning everyone, a better option in my opinion would be to create guidelines that a group, or therapy dog such as Dozer must meet.
Therapy animals should be trained, certified and insured. All of which, from my understanding, Dozer is.
Other animals brought on campus for educational purposes must meet certain criteria. It would take some time and initiative to do this, but this is what they are being paid to do.
Gary Jacobs
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Mobile Health Clinic raises concerns
Teachers should feel empowered to take charge of their own health, and be afforded the time off to do so. They should not be guilt-tripped by prioritizing their own health.
Lisa Lee
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This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: HUBBUB: It is about lawsuits, Mobile Health Clinic raises concerns