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Philanthropy
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Thank You Note…
- Published in: Update - Issue 3 - 2009
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To the Editor of Update:
This is to say “Thank you” for including us on the distribution list of your fine publication, Update. It is read from cover to cover, and much information is gained; even though, as a former Rochester Hills resident, we are very familiar with Leader Dog.
One of your Alumni Letters struck a note with us. This was about the actions of Ozzie in saving his owner, David Cline. (Update Issue 2-2009) The picture indicated that Ozzie was a German Shepherd. Years ago, we were fortunate enough to become owners of a retired Leader Dog, Luthor, also a German Shepherd. Luthor was special to us, who have been blessed with sight. We noticed that Luthor tensed up and almost exhibited animosity when he saw or heard a delivery truck. We subsequently learned that, as a Leader Dog, Luthor had an experience almost like David Cline's, but with a delivery truck which ignored the pedestrian and roared around a corner without stopping.
Luthor is gone now, but not forgotten. We purchased a Leader Dog brick in Luthor's honor which we were able to visit last November.
Wishing your entire organization continued success in your mission.
Mr. & Mrs. Richard F. Aust, Sr.
Bradenton, Florida