On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews for you:
Puppy development trainer Abi Howes joins us to talk about the Seeing Eye Dogs welfare strategy which has been launched recently. We're going to talk about what welfare means and how it impacts the work we do with our dogs. For more information on the Seeing Eye Dogs welfare strategy visit the welfare section of our website.
Then we have a repeat of part of the interview with Dr Theresa talking about life with Seeing Eye Dog Jango.

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

We are looking for puppy carers now so if you're keen to raise a puppy to hopefully become a Seeing Eye Dog we'd like to hear from you! If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and metro Melbourne (listed on our website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews for you:
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<li>Puppy development trainer Abi Howes joins us to talk about the Seeing Eye Dogs welfare strategy which has been launched recently. We're going to talk about what welfare means and how it impacts the work we do with our dogs. For more information on the Seeing Eye Dogs welfare strategy visit the <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/seeing-eye-dogs/animal-welfare">welfare section of our website.</a></li>
<li>Then we have a repeat of part of the interview with Dr Theresa talking about life with Seeing Eye Dog Jango.</li>
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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 are looking for puppy carers now so if you're keen to raise a puppy to hopefully become a Seeing Eye Dog we'd like to hear from you! If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and metro Melbourne (listed on our website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/puppy-caring/apply-now">apply now via our website</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

Learn about operations at Seeing Eye Dogs, hear about the lives of staff, programs and processes that go into creating Seeing Eye Dogs partnerships.

Learn about operations at Seeing Eye Dogs, hear about the lives of staff, programs and processes that go into creating Seeing Eye Dogs partnerships.

Behind The Scenes: Seeing Eye Dogs

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.

Seeing Eye Dogs welfare strategy

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/13991297-4094-4bc6-a940-af470046152e/transcript

On this episode of the show Harriet is joined by two guests:

Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howes joins us to talk about social behaviour like calm greeting manners, appropriate interactions, and how to manage some of those tricky behaviours like jumping at guests and over-excited door greetings.

Puppy Development Trainer Paige Don joins us to talk about welcoming a new/temporary puppy or dog into this house. At this time of the year with people doing dog-sitting, fostering, or our wonderful carers taking on a relief care (foster) extra pup, these are some tips to have a happy and healthy stay and avoid some of the cheeky trouble that visiting pups might try and get up to.

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

We are looking for puppy carers now! Our amazing trainers like Abi & Paige will help provide you with support and guidance, plus training one-on-one and group sessions to help you prepare the pup to be an incredible Seeing Eye Dog. This support, food, equipment, and medical costs are provided at no cost by Seeing Eye Dogs to puppy carer volunteers. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.

On this episode of the show Harriet is joined by two guests:
Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howes joins us to talk about social behaviour like calm greeting manners, appropriate interactions, and how to manage some of those tricky behaviours like jumping at guests and over-excited door greetings.
Puppy Development Trainer Paige Don joins us to talk about welcoming a new/temporary puppy or dog into this house. At this time of the year with people doing dog-sitting, fostering, or our wonderful carers taking on a relief care (foster) extra pup, these are some tips to have a happy and healthy stay and avoid some of the cheeky trouble that visiting pups might try and get up to.
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>
We are looking for puppy carers now! Our amazing trainers like Abi &amp; Paige will help provide you with support and guidance, plus training one-on-one and group sessions to help you prepare the pup to be an incredible Seeing Eye Dog. This support, food, equipment, and medical costs are provided at no cost by Seeing Eye Dogs to puppy carer volunteers. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/puppy-caring/apply-now">apply now via our website</a>.

Training tips: social behaviour & settling in canine guests

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/cec5e0f9-8f92-41f6-9609-b3ae003f9eb9/transcript

On this episode of the show, Harriet is joined by handler Sam Byrne to talk about his life, story, and partnership with SED Tommy. Sam works in the city in finance, is a keen player of Goalball and enjoys walks around lake with Tommy.

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

If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in becoming a handler or applying for a Seeing Eye Dog, please email us at info@sed.org.au or call on 1800 037 773 to discuss dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.

On this episode of the show, Harriet is joined by handler Sam Byrne to talk about his life, story, and partnership with SED Tommy. Sam works in the city in finance, is a keen player of Goalball and enjoys walks around lake with Tommy.
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>
If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in becoming a handler or applying for a Seeing Eye Dog, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@sed.org.au">info@sed.org.au</a> or call on 1800 037 773 to discuss dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.

Sam and SED Tommy's Story

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/184ddca7-be03-48da-b601-b3a70043d5c2/transcript

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Senior Instructor Brooke Anderson. Brooke is going to talk to us about the exciting new Navigating My Path program which will help inform and prepare potential handlers about all things dog guide mobility. This program brings a taste of life with a Seeing Eye Dog to our clients over 18 and comes after the success of the Youth Program. We also talk generally about eligibility for a Seeing Eye Dog.

Navigating My Path program is open to people who are blind or have low vision across Australia who travel independently but are interested in the benefits of dog guide mobility. The program will run from June 2026 but enrolment is open now. Reach out to Brooke: Brooke.Anderson@visionaustralia.org or give her a call on 0448 093 817 or head to the website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/about-us/news-and-stories/25-10-20/navigating-my-path-independent-mobility-program to find out about the program or apply.

 

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

If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in becoming a handler or applying for a Seeing Eye Dog, please email us at info@sed.org.au or call on 1800 037 773 to discuss dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Senior Instructor Brooke Anderson. Brooke is going to talk to us about the exciting new Navigating My Path program which will help inform and prepare potential handlers about all things dog guide mobility. This program brings a taste of life with a Seeing Eye Dog to our clients over 18 and comes after the success of the Youth Program. We also talk generally about eligibility for a Seeing Eye Dog.
Navigating My Path program is open to people who are blind or have low vision across Australia who travel independently but are interested in the benefits of dog guide mobility. The program will run from June 2026 but enrolment is open now. Reach out to Brooke:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Brooke.Anderson@visionaustralia.org">Brooke.Anderson@visionaustralia.org</a> or give her a call on 0448 093 817 or head to the website: <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/about-us/news-and-stories/25-10-20/navigating-my-path-independent-mobility-program">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/about-us/news-and-stories/25-10-20/navigating-my-path-independent-mobility-program</a> to find out about the program or apply.
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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>
If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in becoming a handler or applying for a Seeing Eye Dog, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@sed.org.au">info@sed.org.au</a> or call on 1800 037 773 to discuss dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.

New Navigating My Path program & SED eligibility

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/5584482e-1cab-4008-b600-b3a0018207a6/transcript

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