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The journey of a Guide Dog from training to graduation isn’t a short one. It takes over 700 hours and 80 sessions to help them become a life-changing companion – that's why Guide Dogs NSW/ACT needs your support! Every step, lesson and assessment is crucial to ensure our dogs receive all the training they need to assist people with low vision or blindness. Your donation can help support these pups to learn vital skills like “find the curb”, “forward”, “find the seat”, and so many more! Will you d
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The journey of a Guide Dog from training to graduation isn’t a short one. It takes over 700 hours and 80 sessions to help them become a life-changing companion – that's why Guide Dogs NSW/ACT needs your support! Every step, lesson and assessment is crucial to ensure our dogs receive all the training they need to assist people with low vision or blindness. Your donation can help support these pups to learn vital skills like “find the curb”, “forward”, “find the seat”, and so many more! Will you d
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia3.6K viewsApr 30, 2025
We recently caught up with Karlee and her Guide Dog Isla, as Karlee shared with us how Isla has given her the newfound freedom to make the move to Sydney and live an independent life studying at university. Karlee shared her gratitude to Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Australia for ensuring that Isla is healthy and protected through NexGard Spectra Australia monthly chews, allowing Karlee to support Isla the way Isla supports her, every day. Having had twenty years in partnership with Boehri
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We recently caught up with Karlee and her Guide Dog Isla, as Karlee shared with us how Isla has given her the newfound freedom to make the move to Sydney and live an independent life studying at university. Karlee shared her gratitude to Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Australia for ensuring that Isla is healthy and protected through NexGard Spectra Australia monthly chews, allowing Karlee to support Isla the way Isla supports her, every day. Having had twenty years in partnership with Boehri
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia1.9K views10 months ago
‘U’ is for understanding. This is part two of our five-part series on what it means to G.U.I.D.E. Today we explore the unspoken understanding between Guide Dog and Handler. They're trained to adjust to their environment. They read body language, not always words. But their willingness to do this comes from their incredible bond with their Handler. Trust means confidence. Keep following along daily and celebrate International Guide Dog Day with us on 30 April! Or if you can’t contain your curiosi
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‘U’ is for understanding. This is part two of our five-part series on what it means to G.U.I.D.E. Today we explore the unspoken understanding between Guide Dog and Handler. They're trained to adjust to their environment. They read body language, not always words. But their willingness to do this comes from their incredible bond with their Handler. Trust means confidence. Keep following along daily and celebrate International Guide Dog Day with us on 30 April! Or if you can’t contain your curiosi
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia10.8K viewsApr 26, 2025
Puppies, live demonstrations, family fun and plenty of moments to make you smile. Join us as we celebrate the Heart Behind the Harness - the people behind our dogs and the services that support Victorians who are blind or have low vision to live with confidence and independence. Early bird tickets are on sale now. Every ticket helps make independence possible. | Guide Dogs Australia
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Puppies, live demonstrations, family fun and plenty of moments to make you smile. Join us as we celebrate the Heart Behind the Harness - the people behind our dogs and the services that support Victorians who are blind or have low vision to live with confidence and independence. Early bird tickets are on sale now. Every ticket helps make independence possible. | Guide Dogs Australia
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia22.2K views5 months ago
Big day out for guide dog trainees | 7NEWS
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Big day out for guide dog trainees | 7NEWS
YouTube7NEWS Australia1.9K viewsJul 8, 2025
Sundays are made for snoozing, and these sleepy pups couldn’t agree more! We’re sure they’re dreaming of their futures as life-changing Guide Dogs or Therapy Dogs, bringing independence and companionship. [Video description: four six week old yellow Labrador puppies sleep piled on top of each other on a raised dog bed. Three more yellow Labrador puppies sleep cuddled closely inside a plastic tub bed.] | Guide Dogs Australia
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Sundays are made for snoozing, and these sleepy pups couldn’t agree more! We’re sure they’re dreaming of their futures as life-changing Guide Dogs or Therapy Dogs, bringing independence and companionship. [Video description: four six week old yellow Labrador puppies sleep piled on top of each other on a raised dog bed. Three more yellow Labrador puppies sleep cuddled closely inside a plastic tub bed.] | Guide Dogs Australia
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia3.4K views11 months ago
Watch a future Guide Dog in training! 🦮💛 Every Guide Dog’s journey begins with moments like this: early harness lessons, tiny steps, and big bursts of confidence. Across Queensland, over 70 dogs are in training right now, learning the skills that will one day give someone with low vision or blindness the independence to move safely and freely. It costs more than $50,000 to breed, raise and train each dog, and none of this life-changing work is possible without urgent community support. Your do
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Watch a future Guide Dog in training! 🦮💛 Every Guide Dog’s journey begins with moments like this: early harness lessons, tiny steps, and big bursts of confidence. Across Queensland, over 70 dogs are in training right now, learning the skills that will one day give someone with low vision or blindness the independence to move safely and freely. It costs more than $50,000 to breed, raise and train each dog, and none of this life-changing work is possible without urgent community support. Your do
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia3.4K views7 months ago
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Journey Through The Life of A Guide Dog | Born To Lead Final Episode | Bondi Vet
YouTubeBondi Vet120.2K viewsAug 10, 2022
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Puppy Raising | Episode 4 | The Journey of a Guide Dog
YouTubeGuide Dogs61.4K viewsAug 27, 2022
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David's Story: Finding independence and freedom with Guide Dogs
YouTubeGuide Dogs SA-NT873 viewsMay 8, 2025
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Alex's Story: The Greatest Gift From Guide Dog Tessie
YouTubeGuide Dogs SA-NT336 views8 months ago
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Our future Guide Dogs are sending big festive cheer from all of us at Guide Dogs to you today. Today we’re celebrating the joy, connection and comfort that our pups bring into the world. Whether they’re growing, learning, or simply stealing the spotlight under the tree. To our Clients, Puppy Raisers, Volunteers, donors, and supporters: thank you. Your generosity and kindness help create life-changing partnerships every single day of the year. 🧡 Merry Christmas from all of us at Guide Dogs! #Gui
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia1.2K views7 months ago
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Meet para-triathlete Mitchell Wilkes. At just 16, Mitchell is already pushing boundaries as a para-triathlete. This week, we bring you his journey in our 'White Cane Mastery. Independence Unlocked.' series, showing how determination, independence, and support can unlock incredible achievements. Read his story: https://guidedogs.com.au/international-white-cane-day-2025/ and drop a comment below to cheer him on! [Video description: Guide Dogs client Mitchell runs and stretches alone on a quiet roa
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia6.1K views8 months ago
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International Guide Dog Day 2025 - Built to G.U.I.D.E
YouTubeGuide Dogs Australia1.1K viewsMay 5, 2025
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Pups to Partnerships - a Guide Dogs documentary
YouTubeGuide Dogs58.6K viewsOct 5, 2024
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Will you donate $50 to Guide Dogs NSW/ACT this giving season to support us to raise and train future life-changing pups like Perry. | Guide Dogs Australia
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia38.1K viewsDec 18, 2024
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We popped into a puppy class to ask these fur-tune tellers who they think will win the AFL Grand Final this weekend! And there you have it folks, these pups are backing the Brisbane Lions 🦁 Send this to a Lions fan to make their day. [Video description: Two pieces of paper on the floor with the Brisbane Lions logo and the Geelong Cats logo. Black Labrador puppy, Rosler, walks towards the camera and turns left. Yellow Labrador puppy, Bunji, walks towards the camera and turns right. Yellow Labrad
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia1.4K views10 months ago
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My Boyfriend Tried Walking with a Guide Dog for the First Time! (blindfolded challenge)
YouTubeMolly Burke120.4K viewsJul 4, 2025
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Nothing slows Simon down… Simon is a long-distance cyclist and white cane user, and in this week’s 'White Cane Mastery. Independence Unlocked.' series, he takes us along for the ride, sharing how he navigates the roads and pushes his limits. “The white cane allows us to navigate. It’s like a steering wheel for a driver. My cane is my best friend.” Read his story: https://guidedogs.com.au/international-white-cane-day-2025/ [Video description: Simon rides his bike through the bush, rides alongside
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia6.5K views8 months ago
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International Allyship Day may have been yesterday, but being an ally doesn’t stop after one day, it’s something we can all do, every day. There are many ways you can help us to support people with low vision or blindness to help break the boundaries that limit them. [Video description: Maria stands in reception of the St Leonards office and speaks to the camera.] | Guide Dogs Australia
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia765 views11 months ago
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Our puppy predictors are back to guess the results of this weekend’s NRL Grand Final. And these pups have chosen the Brisbane Broncos 🐎 Comment below which team you are going for on Sunday! [Video description: black Labrador, Marjorie, sits and looks at the camera. Yellow Labrador, Georgie, looks to the right then at the camera. Yellow Labrador, Adari, lays on the floor and looks at the camera. Marjorie walks towards the camera and turns right. Georgie walks out of frame to the right then walks
FacebookGuide Dogs Australia6.1K views9 months ago
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Sausage dog survives 529 days in island wilderness | Australian Story
YouTubeABC News In-depth487.9K views9 months ago
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Sausage dog lost in wild for 529 days | Australian Story
YouTubeABC News In-depth16.6K views9 months ago
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The Chained Guardians of Tasmania: The Dog Line ⛓️🐕
YouTubeTravels with Grant & Esther1K views2 months ago
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ACE | A Short Animated Film by Dogs Inc
YouTubeDogs Inc971.8K viewsJul 16, 2024
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Living with my Guide Dog | Episode 8 | The Journey of a Guide Dog
YouTubeGuide Dogs16K viewsMar 4, 2023
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What is a Guide Dog?
YouTubeGuide Dogs3.3K viewsApr 29, 2025
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Guide Dog's Final Exams Bring Challenges Big & Small | Born to Lead Episode 3 | Bondi Vet
YouTubeBondi Vet37.2K viewsJul 6, 2022
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Four amazing guide dogs in the family | Simon’s story
YouTubeGuide Dogs1.8K viewsAug 27, 2024
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Their first walk with a Guide Dog!
YouTubeGuide Dogs SA-NT212 views1 month ago
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