On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two interviews for you.

First we're joined by Lead Veterinarian Dr Ashe Mooney to talk about body condition and weight management for our dogs. We talk about how to identify their ideal weight, how to manage weight, and Ashe gives some tips for maintaining the ideal body condition.

Then we have an interview from the archives on enrichment with Puppy Development Team Lead Abi Howes. Abi talks us through some of the ways we can keep our dogs and puppies entertained and how we can choose different enrichment activities to keep our dogs happy and content in every mood and situation.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two interviews for you.
First we're joined by Lead Veterinarian Dr Ashe Mooney to talk about body condition and weight management for our dogs. We talk about how to identify their ideal weight, how to manage weight, and Ashe gives some tips for maintaining the ideal body condition.
Then we have an interview from the archives on enrichment with Puppy Development Team Lead Abi Howes. Abi talks us through some of the ways we can keep our dogs and puppies entertained and how we can choose different enrichment activities to keep our dogs happy and content in every mood and situation.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/</a>

Presented by Harriet Moffat, Seeing Eye Dog Show is your on air guide to the incredible work that goes in behind the scenes at Seeing Eye Dogs, plus all the latest in dog health, caring and fostering puppies, interviews with experts and more.

Presented by Harriet Moffat, Seeing Eye Dog Show is your on air guide to the incredible work that goes in behind the scenes at Seeing Eye Dogs, plus all the latest in dog health, caring and fostering puppies, interviews with experts and more.

Seeing Eye Dogs Show, by Vision Australia Radio

Tips from the experts in our Veterinary, Instructor & Training, Puppy Development and Breeding teams about care of our dogs.

This content is for education and entertainment generally, but every dog is different. Please work with your trusted vet or training support staff for your dog's individual care needs.

Tips from the experts in our Veterinary, Instructor &amp; Training, Puppy Development and Breeding teams about care of our dogs.
This content is for education and entertainment generally, but every dog is different. Please work with your trusted vet or training support staff for your dog's individual care needs.

Vet, Care & Husbandry tips for your dog

Training and handling tips from our dog experts from the Instructor, Training, Breeding and Puppy Development teams.

Training and handling tips from our dog experts from the Instructor, Training, Breeding and Puppy Development teams.

Training, handling and enrichment tips

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 mission of Seeing Eye Dogs, a division of Vision Australia is:

To enhance the mobility and independence of people who are blind or have low vision throughout Australia by providing Seeing Eye Dogs, mobility training and rehabilitation services.

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 mission of Seeing Eye Dogs, a division of Vision Australia is:
To enhance the mobility and independence of people who are blind or have low vision throughout Australia by providing Seeing Eye Dogs, mobility training and rehabilitation services.

Dog weight management and enrichment

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Dr Ashe Mooney, Seeing Eye Dogs Lead Veterinarian, joins us to talk about Halloween. We go through some of the common risks and Ashe gives her top tips on how to keep your dog safe and healthy on Halloween.

Then we share an interview from the archives with Kylie Gersh, Dog Production Manager, to discuss dog distraction and managing your dog's interest in other dogs. We discuss some dog guide handler specific tips and how Seeing Eye Dogs handlers can work with an instructor to reduce dog distraction.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

Dr Ashe Mooney, Seeing Eye Dogs Lead Veterinarian, joins us to talk about Halloween. We go through some of the common risks and Ashe gives her top tips on how to keep your dog safe and healthy on Halloween.
Then we share an interview from the archives with Kylie Gersh, Dog Production Manager, to discuss dog distraction and managing your dog's interest in other dogs. We discuss some dog guide handler specific tips and how Seeing Eye Dogs handlers can work with an instructor to reduce dog distraction.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/</a>

Halloween vet tips, dog distraction

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Harriet is joined by Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw to talk some tips around Halloween. We discuss how to recognise when a dog is unsure or afraid of something and how to support them through that, how to make Halloween fun for the whole family including your dog, and how to build confidence to novel objects or strange things to help build your dog's resilience.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

You learn a lot about dog training and socialisation as a volunteer puppy carer! Our carers develop skills and learn top puppy tips through individual support from a PDT provided to carers. We're looking for carers now in parts of Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales listed on our website. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.

Harriet is joined by Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw to talk some tips around Halloween. We discuss how to recognise when a dog is unsure or afraid of something and how to support them through that, how to make Halloween fun for the whole family including your dog, and how to build confidence to novel objects or strange things to help build your dog's resilience.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/</a>
You learn a lot about dog training and socialisation as a volunteer puppy carer! Our carers develop skills and learn top puppy tips through individual support from a PDT provided to carers. We're looking for carers now in <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/Volunteer/Care-for-a-puppy">parts of Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales listed on our website</a>. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or&nbsp;<a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/puppy-caring/apply-now">apply now via our website</a>.

Halloween tips: supporting your dog through spooky

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs puppy and breeder carer volunteer Natalie Parkinson talking about her life as a carer volunteer for Seeing Eye Dog Omri. We talk about their lives together and Omri's new career as a training Seeing Eye Dog.

We also share an interview with Dr Ashe Mooney SED lead veterinarian about body condition score.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

We’re looking for more breeder carer volunteers in select regions of Melbourne listed on our website. Breeder carers care for the dogs in their homes full-time, and transport the dog to the Seeing Eye Dogs kennel facility in Kensington, VIC for breeding activities. These dogs are over 1 year old accepted into the breeding colony selected for their lovely natures and maintain their manners during their time in the breeding program. Find out about breeder caring here: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/breeding-dog 

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs puppy and breeder carer volunteer Natalie Parkinson talking about her life as a carer volunteer for Seeing Eye Dog Omri. We talk about their lives together and Omri's new career as a training Seeing Eye Dog.
We also share an interview with Dr Ashe Mooney SED lead veterinarian about body condition score.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/</a>
We&rsquo;re looking for more breeder carer volunteers in select regions of Melbourne listed on our website. Breeder carers care for the dogs in their homes full-time, and transport the dog to the Seeing Eye Dogs kennel facility in Kensington, VIC for breeding activities. These dogs are over 1 year old accepted into the breeding colony selected for their lovely natures and maintain their manners during their time in the breeding program. Find out about breeder caring here: <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/breeding-dog">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/breeding-dog</a>&nbsp;

Life of a breeder carer Natalie with Omri

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Dog weight management and enrichment

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