Check out this news site about a little six- year old boy with autism. The school initially denied him the right to bring his guide dog school. Interesting story. I had actually never heard of a guide dog being used for a child with autism; the news report indicates that he is used for comfort and safety for the child. The school did not feel like the guide dog served a legitimate purpose as it would for a child who is blind. The case was taken to court and the child and his family won temporary victory. The child will be allowed to have his dog by his side until at least November when the lawsuit against the school is addressed in court. What do you guys think? Do you feel like a guide dog should be allowed in the classroom for a child with autism? I can certainly see the debate; if a guide dog is allowed in the classroom for children with autism, what other debates could arise if this were permitted? On the other hand, it is fascinating that a dog can be used for the purpose of allowing a child with autism to feel secure and comforted!
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