Nessa is a female Yellow Lab, born 16 September 2005.
She was raised by Jim and Ann of Brighton and was the 6th puppy raised by them. Nessa passed her IFT on 12
October, 2006 and is
currently in training with her new partner, Sherrel. They
graduated (with Bach) on 26 May 2007, after which she
moved to
Austin, Texas with her new partner, Sherrel.
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From the GEB website:
Sherrel has come to Guiding Eyes for the Blind for her very first guide dog,
Nessa. Diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy 14 years ago, Sherrel found Guiding
Eyes through the national convention of the National Federation of the Blind.
There she met Becky, Manager of Consumer Outreach and Graduate Support for the
School. Sherrel was very nervous about traveling, but her fears were dissipated
when she learned how Becky is able to travel thousands of miles confidently and
safely per year with her dog. Sherrel received certification as a Diabetes
Educator from Austin’s Community College. She enjoys working on her computer
doing research, playing games and reading. Nessa has proven to be a true
sweetheart and obedient guide. “I am learning to build up my trust in her and
to put my life in her hands (paws). I know that I will now be able to travel
with confidence, in town and to faraway places as well. Guiding Eyes for the
Blind is a place where you know they have a deep concern for your very life and
earnestly want you to succeed. While you are at the school, the responsibilities
of everyday living are in their hands, so that every student can concentrate on
learning.”
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