Seeing Eye Dogs Training Program Manager and instructor Kylie Gersh joins us to share some tips and talk about working dogs in warmer weather. We've got some tip specifically geared to dog guide handlers, and many that can benefit all dog handlers, owners and carer. Keep safe and cool!

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

Seeing Eye Dogs Training Program Manager and instructor Kylie Gersh joins us to share some tips and talk about working dogs in warmer weather. We've got some tip specifically geared to dog guide handlers, and many that can benefit all dog handlers, owners and carer. Keep safe and cool!
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.

Summer tips for dog handler with Kylie

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On this episode we're joined by puppy and breeder carer Laura Allen who chats with us about her life with breeding dog Vinny. Laura is a repeat puppy carer, raised Vinny and the pair work in an office, are avid Carlton supporters, and keep active walking together.

We also have part of an interview with Seeing Eye Dog handler Mitch Barri from the archives talking about his life as a dad and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Yogi.

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

We're also open for puppy caring and training dog caring across other regions of VIC, NSW & QLD. If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, other caring roles or becoming a handler, head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/.

On this episode we're joined by puppy and breeder carer Laura Allen who chats with us about her life with breeding dog Vinny. Laura is a repeat puppy carer, raised Vinny and the pair work in an office, are avid Carlton supporters, and keep active walking together.
We also have part of an interview with Seeing Eye Dog handler Mitch Barri from the archives talking about his life as a dad and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Yogi.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/breeding-dog
We're also open for puppy caring and training dog caring across other regions of VIC, NSW &amp; QLD. If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, other caring roles or becoming a handler, head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/.

Father's Day special: breeder caring Laura and Vinny

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On this episode we're joined by Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw who shares some insight and psychology on dogs' sense. We discuss how dogs perceive the world and how those senses cam impact behaviour and the way we can train or handle them.

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! It's an incredibly rewarding experience, with training provided. Carers need time, patience and love to give to a puppy, so if you want to commit to a year of puppy raising, we would love your help. 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.

On this episode we're joined by Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw who shares some insight and psychology on dogs' sense. We discuss how dogs perceive the world and how those senses cam impact behaviour and the way we can train or handle them.
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! It's an incredibly rewarding experience, with training provided. Carers need time, patience and love to give to a puppy, so if you want to commit to a year of puppy raising, we would love your help. 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.

Dog senses with Steph

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Seeing Eye Dogs handler Maddy joins us to talk about her life, partnership and story with Seeing Eye Dog Buzz. Maddy is an active handler who loves being out and about, running and swimming, when she's not working at a hospital in the city with Buzz by her side. They are a new team and Maddy talks about their training together, early adventures, and plans for the future.

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.

Seeing Eye Dogs handler Maddy joins us to talk about her life, partnership and story with Seeing Eye Dog Buzz. Maddy is an active handler who loves being out and about, running and swimming, when she's not working at a hospital in the city with Buzz by her side. They are a new team and Maddy talks about their training together, early adventures, and plans for the future.
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>&nbsp;or call on 1800 037 773 to discuss dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.

Maddy and Seeing Eye Dog Buzz- handler story

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Summer tips for dog handler with Kylie

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