Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear harnesses.
Join us in celebrating our Guide Dog heroes this International Guide Dog Day on 29 April.
Meet our hero Clients
Charlotte and Guide Dog, Hollie
“I wanted a dog who was extroverted, because I was introverted,” says Charlotte. “And that’s exactly the kind of dog I was matched with.” Guide Dog, Hollie, is Charlotte’s second Guide Dog, and has settled into training well. She also gets along with Charlotte’s first Guide Dog, Bronte, who is now retired. The comfort that a Guide Dog brings is important, and Hollie has been a great companion throughout Charlotte’s PHD. “Doing a PHD is a little bit lonely, so I’m always talking to her when we are at the library and at uni. She’s the one I confirm all my arguments with,” said Charlotte.
Brian and Guide Dog, Quanti
“When I first started using a long cane over 15 years ago, I never thought I would end up with a Guide Dog. Now I’ve been with my Guide Dog, Quanti, for a little under a year, and it has been the best decision I ever made,” says Brian. Brian explains it like a Ven-diagram; the three best intersecting parts about having a Guide Dog are safety, functionality, and emotional wellbeing. “During my training with him, I was walking along the road, and the sun was shining in my eyes so I couldn’t see. So, I shut my eyes and enjoyed the journey. That’s the level of trust I have in Quanti,” said Brian.
Ria and Guide Dog, Trinity
Transitioning from one Guide Dog to another takes hard work and training. However, it is nothing compared to moving from a long cane to a Guide Dog for the first time. “I was a cane user and basically it was like losing a part of your arm and gaining an extra four legs,” says Ria. Now, Ria and Trinity walk seamlessly together. The trust that Ria has in Trinity is strong. “I know I’m not alone, no matter where I am, because Trinity has got me,” said Ria.
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