[Cerebro]

Just for the record.
My comment was directed at you matt, but since it's moot.....it's moot.
I have a few issues with the dog ownership thing.
I dont think it's a good start to have a dog that you will be dependant on, it's not natural for the dog. It can work, but 80% of the dogs that the pro's start training do not become proficient enough to be a stable assistance dog, and that's after they have been selective initially.
Add to that the pound thing. Most of those dogs have significant emotional baggage and would become a larger problem if cared for by someone with the extent of your disabilities.

I'm not judging you, just replying to what I've read.
As you say, I dont know you.