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From: Maggi.Weslager@p0.f89.n129.z1.fidonet.org (Maggi Weslager)
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Subject: Re: using escalators
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Date: 14 Sep 90 14:01:56 GMT
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[This is from the Blink Talk Conference]

 TG>     I have always been against taking a dog on an escalator.  I
 TG>     understand that most schools now do this training and that 
 TG>    they have new escalators that do not have that big opening 
 TG>    at the top and bottom, but i still feel better not using 
 TG>    them, unless there is no other way to get to where I need to 
 TG>    go.

Tom,

        In the two years that my guide dog Fudge and I have been working
together, we've only attempted three escalator rides.  All three
attempts were successful.  We sure don't seek out escalators but if it's
the only alternative, we'll go for it.  I've not found too many
situations where an escalator is the only mode of lift.  I'd hate to
jeopardize my puppy's paws so I don't encourage escalator use.

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