VOICED: A guide horse for the blind

Mona Ramunni, who is blind, uses a miniature horse named Cali as her guide due to cultural beliefs that consider dogs unclean. Cali helps Mona navigate her environment, allowing her to work and run errands independently. Despite public challenges, US law supports the use of miniature horses as service animals. Mona plans to keep Cali as her guide, as they have transformed her life, enabling her to move out and attend graduate school.

Why did Mona choose a miniature horse as her guide animal?

• She prefers horses over dogs.

• Her family considers dogs unclean.

• Miniature horses are cheaper to maintain.

• She is allergic to dogs.

What is one of the tasks Cali helps Mona with?

• Cleaning the house

• Cooking meals

• Reading books

• Maneuvering obstacles

What legal provision has been made for miniature horses?

• They can be used as therapy animals.

• They are allowed in all public spaces.

• They have the same rights as other guide animals.

• They can be used for police work.

How long can miniature horses typically work as service animals?

• Up to 40 years

• Up to 30 years

• Up to 20 years

• Up to 10 years

What significant life change is Mona planning with Cali's help?

• Writing a book

• Moving to a new city for graduate school

• Starting a new job

• Traveling around the world