Seeing Eye Dogs Show, by Vision Australia Radio
Seeing Eye Dogs Show, by Vision Australia Radio
From its inception in 1960, Seeing Eye Dogs, a division of Vision Australia, has remained a user-driven organisation. The attention, care and involvement we give to each of our clients are what make us different. Our training is entirely one on one; it is not based on a prescriptive group or set training approach. This clearly underpins our belief in putting the client first. Mission The missio…Social links:
Tony Stevens on Helen Keller, empowerment, and Possibilities documentary
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) Vice President of Communications Tony Stephens to talk about the AFB's documentary Possibilities which tells the story about Helen Keller and discusses how her amazing legacy impacts and influe…
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Meet the volunteer: training dog carer Fabien
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet talks to training dog carer volunteer Fabien. Fabien, along with his wife and son, are carers for dogs during their formal training. They work as a team to give a loving and restful home to dogs (often multiple at the same time!) during training …
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Kylie on Career Pathway Assessment, Dr Ashe on kennel cough
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests. Kylie Gersh, Seeing Eye Dogs Dog Production Manager, joins us to talk about dog assessment processes and how we determine suitability for the role of Seeing Eye Dog or which career suits each dog. Kylie discusses how the …
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Puppy carer story: Justine, Vet tips with Dr Ashe
On this episode Harriet is joined by two guests: Queensland puppy carer Justine Dunn comes on the show to talk to us about her experiences caring for Enzo and Indy. Justine is a grandma, recently retired, and raising her second puppy. She chats with us about raising pups and their adventures togeth…
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Cold weather vet tips with Dr Ashe and talking body condition score
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs lead veterinarian Dr Ashe Mooney. Dr Ashe shares some health tips and information about medical conditions that are more common in cooler months. We talk about hypothermia, kennel cough, conjunctivitis and provide some…
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Team story: Joan Duncan & SED Lenny
Seeing Eye Dogs handler Joan Duncan joins us to talk about her life with Seeing Eye Dogs. Joan's had four Seeing Eye Dogs so in this interview you'll hear some of the many stories throughout her time as a handler with dogs Cayla, Hillsy, Isa, and Lenny. We also talk about Joan's volunteer role at S…
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Meet the PDT: Jett, free-running tips with Paige
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews: Jett Greene, Puppy Development Trainer in NSW, joins us to talk about their story, life and role of a puppy development trainer. Paige Don, Puppy Development Trainer in VIC, shares some tips about happy and safe free-running and of…
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Meet the puppy carer: Melissa with Wasabi!
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy carer Melissa Hess. Melissa is a first-time puppy carer to Wasabi who has just began his Seeing Eye Dog training. Melissa works part time at TAFE, is studying her PhD, and enjoys park run. She's a busy and active carer, and fit…
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National Volunteer Week special: Liv, Sharon & Scott
On this episode of the show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Volunteer Partnerships Coordinator Liv Butcher, and first-time puppy carers Sharon & Scott Johnson. In recognition of National Volunteer Week, Liv joins us to talk about the work our 1000+ volunteers do across Seeing Eye Dogs, the a…
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Life of puppy carers: Bek, Ben & Sven, travelling with your SED
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by first-time puppy carer Bek Brindle who shares her experiences raising Sven alongside her partner Ben in QLD. Bek is a corporate events manager, and co-carer husband Ben is an engineer so they balance busy lives whilst volunteering. …
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