Seeing Eye Dogs Show: Recent Episodes
Harriet Moffat
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.
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) Vice President of Communications Tony Stephens to talk about the AFB's documentary Possibilities which tells the story about Helen Keller and discusses how her amazing legacy impacts and influences the modern lives of people who are blind or have low vision. In this interview we chat about Helen's life, how the documentary explores empowerment and blindness and low vision, and the making of the documentary shaped by people including those with lived experience.
The documentary is available on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. To arrange a copy to view for education, please contact communications@afb.org.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet talks to training dog carer volunteer Fabien. Fabien, along with his wife and son, are carers for dogs during their formal training. They work as a team to give a loving and restful home to dogs (often multiple at the same time!) during training and before being placed with a client. Fabien shares his story, love for labs, fitting in caring with work and family life, and experiences as a carer. We love our volunteer community and are appreciative of their work making our mission possible at Seeing Eye Dogs.
We’re looking for lots of types of carers currently including training dog carers local to SED Kensington site. Head to the training dog care page of our website to find out about training dog care or to the volunteering page to read about all volunteer roles.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
- Kylie Gersh, Seeing Eye Dogs Dog Production Manager, joins us to talk about dog assessment processes and how we determine suitability for the role of Seeing Eye Dog or which career suits each dog. Kylie discusses how the Career Pathway Assessment helps select careers to achieve the best welfare for each dog and gets the right dogs to Seeing Eye Dogs handlers for long successful partnerships.
- Dr Ashe Mooney, Seeing Eye Dogs Lead Veterinarian, joins us to talk about kennel cough.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode Harriet is joined by two guests:
- Queensland puppy carer Justine Dunn comes on the show to talk to us about her experiences caring for Enzo and Indy. Justine is a grandma, recently retired, and raising her second puppy. She chats with us about raising pups and their adventures together. Thanks Justine for your work as a carer, you make it possible!
- Seeing Eye Dogs lead veterinarian Dr Ashe Mooney joins us to share some information about bird flu and diseases dog owners should be aware of. Please be aware this is general information and please contact your vet for advice related to your own animals.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs lead veterinarian Dr Ashe Mooney. Dr Ashe shares some health tips and information about medical conditions that are more common in cooler months. We talk about hypothermia, kennel cough, conjunctivitis and provide some helpful information to help keep your dog happy and healthy. Please don't forget this is general advice, please refer to your vet for treating your animal.
We have an interview from the archives on body condition score with Dr Ashe. We discuss how to keep the dog in the best physical condition using body condition measurements rather than weight to gauge health.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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Seeing Eye Dogs handler Joan Duncan joins us to talk about her life with Seeing Eye Dogs. Joan's had four Seeing Eye Dogs so in this interview you'll hear some of the many stories throughout her time as a handler with dogs Cayla, Hillsy, Isa, and Lenny. We also talk about Joan's volunteer role at Seeing Eye Dogs.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews:
- Jett Greene, Puppy Development Trainer in NSW, joins us to talk about their story, life and role of a puppy development trainer.
- Paige Don, Puppy Development Trainer in VIC, shares some tips about happy and safe free-running and off-lead play for puppies and dogs.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy carer Melissa Hess. Melissa is a first-time puppy carer to Wasabi who has just began his Seeing Eye Dog training. Melissa works part time at TAFE, is studying her PhD, and enjoys park run. She's a busy and active carer, and fit Wasabi into her busy life including the family home with grandkids.
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.
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On this episode of the show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Volunteer Partnerships Coordinator Liv Butcher, and first-time puppy carers Sharon & Scott Johnson.
In recognition of National Volunteer Week, Liv joins us to talk about the work our 1000+ volunteers do across Seeing Eye Dogs, the amazing contribution of our volunteers and thanks our volunteers for the work they do.
Sharon & Scott join us to share their story and experiences as first-time puppy carers in NSW caring for Seeing Eye Dog puppy Weasley. They talk about puppy caring as a family and the variety of experiences they and Weasley had together during the program.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by first-time puppy carer Bek Brindle who shares her experiences raising Sven alongside her partner Ben in QLD. Bek is a corporate events manager, and co-carer husband Ben is an engineer so they balance busy lives whilst volunteering.
Then we share an interview from the archives with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Chris Edwards Chief Mission Officer in Corporate Affairs & Advocacy with some tips for handlers around travelling with your Seeing Eye Dog.
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.
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Seeing Eye Dogs handler Nicole Tillotson and her dog Trixie join us to talk about their upcoming fundraising adventure Trek For Vision. We talk about their partnership and working together to achieve their goals. Nicole is working toward this Trek and a half-marathon and encourages people to set challenges and work toward their goals, especially for a good cause!
Trek for Vision with Trixie 2026 is raising funds for Seeing Eye Dogs Youth Program and you can support Nicole and Trixie's effort in the Trek here: https://vision-australia.grassrootz.com/visionaustralia-greatoceanwalk-2026/nicole-tillotson with funds going towards the Seeing Eye Dogs Youth Program.
Then we have part of an interview from the archives with Youth Program participant graduate Perle Peel who talks to us about her experience in the program. She has now graduated as a team with her Seeing Eye Dog Jetta. The Youth Program was a valuable experience that prepared her for life with Jetta, so please consider making a donation to keep the program running for 2027. You can hear the whole interview on the Podcast now.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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For this International Guide Dogs Day special of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Rolf Geerlings, Seeing Eye Dog handler to Marlo and Children and Young People Operations Lead at Vision Australia. Rolf shares his story of becoming a handler and the journey to gaining his independence back after challenges with vision loss. He talks about his partnerships with retired dogs Echo and Stella, and his new and current partnership with Marlo.
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.
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Dr Ashe joins Harriet to talk about World Veterinary Day on April 25. We talk about the life of veterinarians, some of the challenges facing vets in the industry, and how you can work well with your vet to get the best out of your vet. We then talk vet tips about limps and arthritis in dogs.
Please note content warning: this interview contains discussions of suicide and self-harm to raise awareness.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we meet Rel Mollet, a volunteer who has many roles. Rel is an experienced puppy carer, volunteers on site with our puppies and dogs, volunteers at the Youth Camp, runs Caring information sessions and more. She also is a mum and works in the book publishing industry and uses flexible working conditions to help Seeing Eye Dogs. Rel is a wonderful dedicated volunteer, and we couldn't thank her enough for the work she's done.
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.
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Puppy carers Cheryl Mansell & Sophie Tighe join host Harriet talking about their puppy caring journey with Velvet. Cheryl and Sophie share the caring responsibilities for Velvet who goes between their two homes meaning the carers can balance puppy caring with their lives and jobs, and Velvet benefits from two lifestyles and the socialisation opportunities that brings.
We also have an interview from the archive with trainer Jack Lord from during his trainer traineeship talking about the role of a Seeing Eye Dogs trainer.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy carers Sarah Pietsch and Anne Evans to talk about their experience working together to raise Seeing Eye Dog puppy in training Hope. Sarah and Anne share their story becoming friends through caring, and deciding to partner up and co-care for a puppy. Hope gets to experience a family lifestyle with Sarah, and visits restaurants and shows with Anne, helping her learn essential skills throughout her puppy development. Learn how carers can collaborate and provide lots of training and socialisation experiences for a puppy through this interview.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Community Engagement Officer and handler Nadia Mattiazzo. We talk about International Women's Day, women in leadership and Nadia's new role as chairperson at Dog Guide Handlers Australia (DGHA). Nadia has been in many leadership roles including CEO at her last workplace and shares some tips for women wanting to get involved in work, leadership or volunteering.
We also discuss DGHA and their mission in promoting the interests of dog guide handlers from all dog guide schools across Australia. If you'd like to find out more about DGHA or become a member, head to their website: https://dgha.org.au/
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
Training dog carer volunteer Karen Anderson joins us to talk about looking after Desmond during his formal training. Karen is a training dog carer who lives in the Mornington Peninsula region where trainers pick the dogs up each training day and the carer looks after the dog and provides rest and love on weeknights and weekends. Karen is also a puppy and breeder carer and Kindergarten teacher who's joined us to talk about raising pups in kindy, you can stream that interview here: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/puppy-caring-story-karen-and-puppies-at-kindy.
We're looking for training dog carers in Ivanhoe, VIC and surrounds where the dog gets picked up and dropped from your home, and around Kensington, VIC where carers pick up and drop the dog off from our site. Find out more about training dog care here: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/training-dog
Then we have a repeat episode with Seeing Eye Dogs Senior Instructor Brooke Anderson who chats with us about eligibility for a Seeing Eye Dog and who might benefit from a dog guide.
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.
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On this episode we chat with Seeing Eye Dogs puppy carer David Micallef about his life working at RMIT University and caring for SED puppy Sarge. Dave has been a puppy carer since 2021 and has been bringing puppies along in his busy life working on campus, living in the city and being out and about including at some exciting comedy gigs. Hear how the pups settle into life on campus and the positive impact their presence makes on staff and students.
Thanks Dave for your amazing work with these pups!
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.
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Harriet is joined by blind couple Damo & Marion McMorrow and their Seeing Eye Dogs. Damo is partnered with SED Jenna and is married to Marion (née Marion Chapman) who is partnered with SED Taurus. In this interview, we hear their love story and find out how they built a special bond with the help of their Seeing Eye Dogs. We chat about how the couple works with a dog each and how the dogs get on together. Damo & Marion with their dogs love travelling and adventure so we talk about how they enjoy camping together and visiting new cities.
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.
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Meet Hepburn Shire mayor and Seeing Eye Dogs handler Tony Clark and his Seeing Eye Dog Timmy. Tony is a busy man with lots of jobs and responsibilities, he's also blind and uses a Seeing Eye Dog. He talks to us about his career, work and partnership with Timmy, and the strengths and experience people who are blind or have low vision can bring to leadership or politics. Facing different barriers and misconceptions has taught Tony resilience and problem solving skills he brings to his various roles, and he encourages other people with disabilities to give it a go and have a place in leadership.
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.
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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/
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Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Phoebe to talk about her life and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Angie. Phoebe is a graduate of our Youth Program and attended and graduated high school with Angie by her side, she's also a wonderful volunteer at Seeing Eye Dogs so Phoebe gives us a bit of behind the scenes into her work on site at Seeing Eye Dogs kennels and puppy block.
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.
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Seeing Eye Dogs handler Sally Cutter joins us to talk about her life and story with Seeing Eye Dog Esther. Sally lives in Darwin and is a Senior Meteorologist. She also is a Scottish dancer, plays the double bass and loves going on outdoor adventures with her Seeing Eye Dog Esther.
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.
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Seeing Eye Dogs puppy carer Emma Young joins Harriet to talk about her experiences as a first time carer. Emma is raising Ulyssa with the help of her mum and partner. She works full-time at the Victorian Fisheries Authority and brings Ulyssa to work. We discuss puppy caring and working full-time and how a supportive workplace and preparation can help teach puppy essential workplace skills.
We're so thankful for our wonderful puppy carers like Emma for providing essential guidance and love to puppies to help them become Seeing Eye Dogs. We're looking for puppy carers now in select regions of VIC, NSW and QLD. You'll be provided with training and all care costs covered.
Upcoming puppy caring information sessions:
- In person at Seeing Eye Dogs HQ in Kensington (VIC) on January 16, 11am - 12pm (AEDT)
- Online Wednesday, January 28 6pm - 7pm (AEDT)
Head to our website to find out about volunteering.
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Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dog handler Perle Peel. Perle is a graduate of our Youth Program and was matched with Seeing Eye Dog Jetta in 2024. The two also graduated high school together! We're going to talk about Perle's time in the Youth Program, her partnership with Jetta and their story.
Navigating My Path program is open to people who are blind or have low vision who'd like to learn more about dog guide mobility. It gives adults the opportunity to learn about life with a Seeing Eye Dog and experience working with one. Reach out to Brooke: Brooke.Anderson@visionaustralia.org or 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.
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Harriet is joined by very special guest, Ken Ramirez, to talk about science-based positive reinforcement and training. Ken is Executive Vice-President and Chief Training Officer of Karen Pryor Clicker Training (KPCT) and began his career training guide dogs in the US. He has spent over 50 years working with all different kinds of animals and people, promoting positive reinforcement training. He recently joined our team for a workshop for their professional development. Thanks Ken for sharing your knowledge and experience with us!
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs puppy and relief care volunteer and Vision Australia volunteer Steven Kroger. Steve is retired and has volunteered for Vision Australia and Seeing Eye Dogs since 2018. Steve keeps himself busy reviewing parmiganas, supporting clients, attending theatres and music events, and raising puppies. Keep streaming to hear about Steve's story as a volunteer and life with Seeing Eye Dogs pups.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
Breeder and puppy carer Kris Cantwell joins us to talk about her life with Omari and Omari's breeding career and retirement. Kris is a retired teacher, grandmother and an experienced puppy carer who raised, breeder cared for and now adopted Omari. If you've ever wondered about the life of our breeding dogs, or what happens to them in retirement- this interview has you covered.
Dr Ashe Mooney from the Seeing Eye Dogs vet team joins us to talk about foods to avoid to keep your dog happy and healthy.
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/.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by newly qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI) Shi Lin Tan from Guide Dogs Singapore and Senior Seeing Eye Dog Instructor Justin Marshall. Shi Lin completed her GDMI traineeship at Seeing Eye Dogs under the guidance of SED instructors Mikaela, Luca, and Justin and reflects upon her time and some of the learnings with our team in this interview. We also chat about the role and how instructors support client and dog teams. Having graduated from her traineeship, Shi Lin has now returned to Singapore where she'll train and support dog guide handlers there- congrats Shi Lin and we wish you all the best!
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy development trainer Abi Howes. We're going to talk about some of the challenges of the season, preparing your dog or puppy and supporting them through this spooky season including strange and potentially scary decorations, tricky costumes for trick or treaters and unsafe temptations for dogs.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
For other training tips from Abi and our expert staff: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/playlists/training-tips
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Dog Wellbeing and Adoptions Manager Kat Kakafikas. We're going to talk about the process for adopting a released dog, and how Seeing Eye Dogs works to match our career-changed dogs to the right forever family from writing an adoption profile for the dog, shortlisting candidates and adoptions meetings.
If you'd like to find out more about released dog adoptions or find the dogs up for adoptions currently, head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/about-our-dogs/released-dogs/adopt
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Perth-based Seeing Eye Dogs Instructor Matt Wood. We're going to chat about Matt's background, his story and how he works with and supports clients across Western Australia. He'll also share tips for clients working with him and navigating life with a dog guide.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Colleen Ashby who will talk about her life, story and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Inca. Colleen has been on this show before, talking about her book I Can See Clearly Now, her transplant games athletic journey and her partnership with her previous SED Xian. Colleen has a new Seeing Eye Dog Inca now so we're going to chat about retiring Xian, transitioning to a new dog and all that comes with that.
If you'd like to listen to the previous interview, it's available here: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/colleen-ashby-and-xian-handler-story
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.
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On this Father's Day special of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler and dad Mitch Barri who will talk about his life, story and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog. Mitch is a man, dad of 2, and first-time handler. Happy Father's Day to all of the dads and wonderful father figures in our community!
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
The first interview is with breeder carer Mena Wang joining us to chat about the life of breeding dog Caspar. We’re chat about her and her family’s life raising and looking after breeding dogs and puppies.
Then we have have Vision Australia NDIS & Aged Care Funding Specialist Lead and dog guide handler Caitlin McMorrow joining us to talk about Vision Australia’s campaign for the Queensland Taxi Subsidy Scheme and extending that to rideshare. For information about Vision Australia’s advocacy and corporate relations work, head to the visionaustralia.org website or head to our social media like Facebook to find this work in the news: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19ueWeFEhB/
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/.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by training program manager and qualified GDMI Kylie Gersh who gives us a behind the scenes into how the training team turns 12-15 month old puppies into fully trained Seeing Eye Dogs. Kylie talks us through the process of how they teach guiding skills and how dogs are prepared for their lives working with their handlers.
To learn how dogs are chosen to begin training, listen to this interview with Kylie about the In For Training assessments: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/selecting-suitable-seeing-eye-dog-candidates-with
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dog handler Cassandra Chiu and senior instructor Justin Marshall for part 2 of our interview about the life of the team, the unique and challenging environment for a SED team, access in Singapore and about how an instructor works with a SED team through client training and beyond. Part one is available on https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show or your preferred podcast platform.
We also have a repeat of an interview with puppy development trainer Abi Howes talking about grooming your dog and why it's so important to look after their coat. The full interview is available here: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/grooming-tips-for-your-dog-youth-program and other dog care and husbandry tips are available on our Omny FM.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dog handler Cassandra Chiu with Seeing Eye Dog Mandy and senior instructor Justin Marshall. We're going to talk about the life of the team, the unique and challenging environment for a SED team, access in Singapore and about how an instructor works with a SED team through client training and beyond.
We had a lot to cover, so this is part one and there'll be a bit more of this interview available next week on https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show or your preferred podcast platform.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
First, we have Carleen Miller, Aboriginal Engagement and Project Coordinator at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, who is going to talk about the puppies she’s named in celebration of NAIDOC week in the Taungurung Language of her ancestors. We talk about the importance of NAIDOC week, language revitalisation and how recognising Language and culture can help close the gap in healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
If you'd like to learn more about NAIDOC week head to their website here: https://www.naidoc.org.au/. The Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre is a great resource for people visiting Melbourne to learn more: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/bunjilaka/.
Then, we'll chat with Seeing Eye Dogs Instructor Genevieve Leonard. Gen is the Seeing Eye Dogs instructor based in Gold Coast, new to Seeing Eye Dogs but with a lot of industry experience we'll hear all about Gen's going to talk about her story, background in the industry and her role.
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.
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On this episode, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Nadia Mattiazzo to talk about the upcoming workshop for dog guide handlers Living With Your Ageing Seeing Eye Dog: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/news/ageing-workshop-2025. The workshop will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2025, 10am – 5pm AEST. You can attend the workshop online over Teams Webinar or in person at: Seeing Eye Dogs HQ Kensington, VIC, Vision Australia Coorparoo, QLD, Vision Australia Caringbah, NSW, and Vision Australia West Leederville, WA. It's open to all handlers and free to attend, but registration is required. Register today to secure your spot, in-person or online:
- Register to attend online.
- Register to attend in-person.
If you have any questions, please email SEDClients@visionaustralia.org.
We finish this episode with a repeat of some vet tips with Seeing Eye Dogs vet Dr Ashe Mooney talking about maintaining a healthy body condition for your dog to keep them fit and in optimal health.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
We're joined by Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howes to talk about recall, how to train and effective recall and why it's so important. These are great tips which will help you train and maintain a recall which will keep you and your puppy or dog happy and safe.
Then we're going to play part of a repeat of an interview with Puppy Development Trainer Paige Don to chat free running with some great tips about keeping pups’ and dogs’ social time positive. You can listen to this interview in full: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/free-running-travelling-with-a-sed-and-advocacy-ti?in_playlist=training-tips
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Annette Ferguson. Annette chats to us about her life, new partnership with Scotty, working as a graphic designer with low vision, and being part of the community of dog guide handlers in Australia.
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.
If you're a dog guide handler, don't forget to register for our upcoming workshop Living With Your Ageing Seeing Eye Dog: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/news/ageing-workshop-2025. It's open to all handlers and free to attend with sessions across Australia and online.
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Training program manager Kylie Gersh joins Harriet to talk about dog distraction and managing your Seeing Eye Dog or dog guide around other dogs. We then play part of the interview with Kylie about solving problem behaviours.
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.
If you're a dog guide handler, don't forget to register for our upcoming workshop Living With Your Ageing Seeing Eye Dog: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/news/ageing-workshop-2025. It's open to all handlers and free to attend with sessions across Australia and online.
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Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dog handler Dr Katie Butler to talk about her life, story and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Quinnie. We talk about Katie's PhD and research in diversity, equity and inclusion and work as an academic in the field of DEI and accessing study for people with disabilities. Katie shares about life with her Seeing Eye Dog, and journey as a handler paired with dogs at different stages of her life.
Quinnie is Dr Katie's first dog guide from Seeing Eye Dogs and she talks about the support from the team. 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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests.
Liv Butcher, Seeing Eye Dogs Volunteer Partnership Coordinator and puppy carer, joins us talking about the impact of our volunteers, what they do for Seeing Eye Dogs and the variety of roles where volunteers make a difference.
Kylie Gersh, Training Program Manager, joins us to talk about the lives of training dogs, what they get up to when they're not training and about the role of Training Dog Carers. Seeing Eye Dogs is looking for training dog carers who live or work locally to, or could do the daily weekday drop off and pick ups from the Kensington, VIC Seeing Eye Dogs site.
We’re looking for lots of types of carers currently including training dog carers local to SED Kensington site. Head to the training dog care page of our website to find out about training dog care or to the volunteering page to read about all volunteer roles.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy carer Catherine Bentley to talk about her life and story as a busy working mum and experienced puppy carer. We discuss raising puppies working on a university campus, what's to love about this volunteering role and what a Seeing Eye Dogs puppy learns from attending lots of busy kids' sporting commitments. Volunteers help prepare puppies for working roles as Seeing Eye Dogs, so here's some behind the scenes of how our puppies gain essential skills in their first year thanks to our amazing carers like Catherine.
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.
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On the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, for our Mother's Day special we shine a spotlight on breeding dog "Lucy" and her life with her breeder carer Sharon.
Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs volunteer Sharon De Souza who shares her story of 10+ years of volunteering and talks about her volunteering as a breeder carer for Lucy and puppy carer for many puppies including two of Lucy's daughters Debbie and Freya.
If you've ever wondered about the life of a breeding dog and breeder carer, stay tuned!
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/.
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In part two of our International Guide Dogs Day special, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs client service manager Lester Chraim. We talk about the history of our organisation over the last 65 years of Seeing Eye Dogs and our origins, recent achievements and highlights, client surveys and feedback and our upcoming workshop developed from the client survey.
To read more about our 65th anniversary celebrations head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/news/seeing-eye-dogs-65th
To find out about our workshop Living with your ageing Seeing Eye Dog that will take place on July 19th head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/news/ageing-workshop-2025.
This workshop will be open to all dog guide handlers and hosted in person at 4 locations in person and online:
- Seeing Eye Dogs HQ Kensington, VIC
- Vision Australia Coorparoo, QLD
- Vision Australia Caringbah, NSW
- Vision Australia West Leederville, WA and;
- Online over Teams webinar.
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, please email us at info@sed.org.au or call on 1800 037 773 to discuss dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.
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In part one of our International Guide Dogs Day special, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Kate Watkins. Kate has been a handler for over 50 years sharing her life with Seeing Eye Dogs across many life stages from a teenager to now. We talk about some of the changes she's seen, how different dogs have suited each life stage, and about life with her current Seeing Eye Dog Kramer.
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, please email us at info@sed.org.au or call on 1800 037 773 to discuss dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
Puppy carer Maria from Geelong joins us to talk about her life, story, and role as a puppy carer. Maria is a first-time puppy carer of Pharaoh and enjoys the social and community aspects of the role.
Then, we have a repeat abridged version of the Harriet's interview with Seeing Eye Dog handler and SED Youth Program graduate Phoebe talking about her experiences on the youth program and how the program prepares young people to become handlers, and her life with her Seeing Eye Dog Angie.
If you’d like to learn about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, becoming a handler, or supporting us head to our website at sed.visionaustralia.org.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw to talk about managing excitability and promoting calm behaviour in our dogs and puppies. We talk about what excitability means in different ages and how to recognise when our dogs might need a little cool down with some tips on how to do that.
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.
Head to our Training, Handling and Enrichment Tips playlist: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/playlists/training-tips for more tips from our expert staff.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show I'm joined by two guests.
First, Vision Australia's National Access Technology Manager and Seeing Eye Dogs handler Damo McMorrow joins us to talk about Access Technology options that can help handlers working with dog guides and to chat about his partnership with Jenna. This is part 2 of this interview, part 1 is here: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/damo-jenna-access-technology-part-1
If you’d like to speak to our Access Technology specialists you can email ATC.help@visionaustralia.org or ring the AT helpdesk 1300 84 74 66.
Then, Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Team joins us to talk about arthritis in dogs. Please chat to your trusted veterinarian for any advice specific to your dog.
If you’d like to learn about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, becoming a handler, or supporting us head to our website at sed.visionaustralia.org.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show I'm joined by Vision Australia's National Access Technology Manager and Seeing Eye Dogs handler Damo McMorrow is joining us to talk about his partnership and work with Jenna, settling in as a new team and working in new environments- like travelling to hotels in unfamiliar locations!
We're then going to talk about some of the Access Technology options that can help handlers working with dog guides. The rest of our interview about Access Technology will be available to podcast.
If you’d like to speak to our Access Technology specialists you can email ATC.help@visionaustralia.org or ring the AT helpdesk 1300 84 74 66.
If you’d like to learn about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, becoming a handler, or supporting us head to our website at sed.visionaustralia.org.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
First, we have Chris Diefenthaler, Executive Director of Assistance Dogs International, joining us to talk about Assistance Dogs International (ADI), the work they do and what ADI standards mean for those working with assistance dogs across the world. If you'd like to find out more about ADI head to their website: https://assistancedogsinternational.org/.
Then, we have part 2 of my interview with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Dale Pierce talking about his life, his story and his partnership with Yana. Dale is a busy and active handler and trail runner and he’s set to take on an exciting 100K Your Way challenge. In this episode, we talk about their lives and partnership together, home life with a Seeing Eye Dog and how Yana has settled in living with a cat! To support Dale’s 100K Your Way fundraising efforts, head to Dale's 100K Your Way page.
Part 1 of the interview with Dale is available at your preferred podcast platform or here: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/dale-yanas-story-part-1-getting-active-trail-runni
If you’d like to learn about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, becoming a handler, or supporting us head to our website at sed.visionaustralia.org.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Dale Pierce talking about his life, his story and his partnership with Yana.
Dale is a busy and active handler and trail runner and he’s set to take on an exciting 100K Your Way challenge. Dale shares his journey with vision loss, discovering a love for trail running, and his motivation for participating in Vision Australia's 100K Your Way fundraising. This is just one part of our interview, so once you’ve enjoyed this, make sure you tune in again next week for part two.
To support Dale’s 100K Your Way fundraising efforts, head to Dale's 100K Your Way page.
If you’d like to learn about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, becoming a handler, or supporting us head to our website at sed.visionaustralia.org.
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For our 2025 International Women's Day special, Harriet is joined by two guests:
Seeing Eye Dogs mobility instructor Mikaela Smith joins to chat about client services in New South Wales and Canberra and about the upcoming NSW ACT Roadshow. We talk about the support and process instructors work through with the client from assessment, training with the dog, throughout the team's career and up to retirement.
Handler Nicole Tillotson joins us to share her story and about her life with Seeing Eye Dog Trixie. She shares about her active hobbies, her work as a chaplain and travels with her dog. We also talk about International Women's Day and what that means to Nicole.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
The NSW/ACT Roadshow will be held in March with our team touring across Regional New South Wales and to Canberra, ACT. These events are open to all and free to attend. Email us now at SEDClients@visionaustralia.org to secure your spot or head to the NSW/ACT Roadshow article on SED website for more info. You can also email us at info@sed.org.au or call on 1800 037 773 to chat about dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Puppy Development Manager Jane Bradley.
Jane shares some reflections on the transitions dog owners, handlers and carers face at the end of the journey of each dog, the International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF) and the 2025 IGDF conference coming up in June. You can find out more about IGDF at igdf.org.uk.
If you’d like to learn about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, becoming a handler, or supporting us head to our website at sed.visionaustralia.org.
We’re looking for puppy carers in select regions across NSW, QLD and VIC. Head to our website for information about volunteering or attend our upcoming information session: online for all states (VIC, NSW, QLD on Wednesday, March 12, from 6pm to 7pm (AEDT) (5pm to 6pm QLD/AEST) register link via the website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/information-sessions.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have three segments to share.
Seeing Eye Dog Instructor Mikaela Smith shares an exciting announcement about the 2025 Seeing Eye Dogs Roadshow in regional NSW and ACT Canberra in March.
Puppy carer Phil Taylor shares his story and tells us about his life as a volunteer puppy carer. Phil is in his 80s and has been a puppy carer for 14 years showing many puppies the ropes through a busy and active retirement. Learn about puppy caring and other volunteer roles on our website.
Then we have vet tips from Dr Jacinta Millard from our vet team talking about arthritis in dogs.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
The NSW/ACT Roadshow will be held in March with our team touring across Regional New South Wales and to Canberra, ACT. These events are open to all and free to attend. Email us now at SEDClients@visionaustralia.org to secure your spot or head to the NSW/ACT Roadshow article on SED website for more info. You can also email us at info@sed.org.au or call on 1800 037 773 to chat about dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy carer Karen Anderson to share the story of her volunteering. Karen is a kindergarten teacher and experienced carer of over 15 years. We chat about her current dogs puppy in training Quiggly and breeding dog Mirring and the special significance of Mirring's name.
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.
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In this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Chris Edwards General Manager of Corporate Affairs & Advocacy. Chris talks about Vision Australia’s advocacy wins and projects from 2024 Chris is also himself a Seeing Eye Dogs handler. He brings his lived experience as handler to Seeing Eye Dog Eva to his work advocating for dog guide handlers. We recorded this at the end of 2024 so please note this year said throughout the interview refers to 2024! Topics covered: the team’s work in rideshare and taxi advocacy, aviation and airline travel, electric cars and NDIS matters. For more information on the advocacy department you can visit the website at visionaustralia.org/about-us/advocacy.
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 dog guide mobility, our friendly team is happy to chat with you about becoming a handler. You can email us at info@sed.org.au or call 1800 037 773 to chat about dog guide mobility.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs volunteer breeder carer Beth McLeod talking about her life and story as a volunteer, and her and Kamahl's busy and active life on campus. Beth is a lecturer at ACU and carer to stud dog Kamahl.
Then we have a repeat of an interview with Chris Edwards General Manager of Corporate Affairs & Advocacy at Vision Australia with some quick advocacy and access tips for seeing eye dog and dog guide handlers.
We’re looking for more breeder carer volunteers in select regions of Melbourne listed on our website at sed.visionaustralia.org. 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
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Katy Beaton. Katy is matched with Golden Retriever Seeing Eye Dog Bowie and is going to share her story including her interesting PhD, archery, and her life and partnership with Bowie.
If you’re blind or have low vision and are interested in dog guide mobility, our friendly team is happy to chat with you about becoming a handler. You can email us at info@sed.org.au or call 1800 037 773 to chat about dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment. Please note the team will be on holiday break from December 20, 2024 returning on January 6, 2025 ready to chat.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two of our excellent returning guests, sharing a topic from the perspective of both young puppies and older dogs. Abi Howes Puppy Development Trainer and Kylie Gersh Training Program Manager and Instructor will be talking about dogs settling both relaxing into new homes and environments and being settled out and about in public. As you may have dogs coming into your home, or bringing your dog to new places over the holiday season, I hope you find these tips helpful. We're going to chat about settling for dogs of all ages and how we can work with our baby 8-week-old dogs, up to adult working Seeing Eye Dogs and support them into new homes or out working.
These are some general tips, if you’re a Seeing Eye Dog handler, don’t forget you can reach out to your instructor, or to the team by emailing SEDclients@visionaustralia.org for training support! If you’re a volunteer carer with us please reach our to your staff contact for assistance. Please note staff will be on leave between December 20, 2024 and January 6, 2025, so please bear with us and the team will be back in action in the new year.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two excellent guests.
Puppy Development Trainer Paige Don joins us to chat free running with some great tips about keeping pups’ and dogs’ social time positive, happy and safe.
Chris Edwards, General Manager Corporate Affairs & Advocacy, shares some quick tips for dog guide handlers about advocacy, flying, booking accommodations, restaurant and taking taxis and rideshares so you and your SED can enjoy this holiday season out and about.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests.
First we have Kim Ryan of Guide Dogs Tasmania and Western Australia and part of the Assistance Dogs International (ADI) training conference of Oceania organising committee joining us to talk about the exciting inaugural ADI conference for Oceania held at Seeing Eye Dogs in November 2024. This conference provided a stage for collaboration with other amazing schools world-wide to help bring the best outcomes to all assistance dog handlers.
Then we're joined by Oliver Fanshawe Seeing Eye Dogs handler to Sadie. Ollie was our youngest client ever when he was matched with Sadie at age 14. Ollie, an athlete of blind cricket and blind tennis, has just graduated high school and shares some of his story and chats with us about life working with SED Sadie.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
If you’d like to learn about Assistance Dogs International and what it means for SED to be an ADI-accredited school you can head to their website at: assistancedogsinternational.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by Mornington Peninsula-based Puppy Development Trainer Claire Crewe who's going to share some tips and exercises you can do to enrich your dog or puppy to not only keep them occupied at home when it's too hot for street walks, but also prepare them for the upcoming holiday season. These exercises centre around skills that will help with guests visiting such as door manners and greeting behaviour, calming down your dog and helping them settle with training like cooperative care. Please reach out to your Seeing Eye Dog staff contact for any training support if you are a handler or volunteer carer.
If you want to hear some of our health tips for hot weather, stream our recent episode with Dr Ashe of Seeing Eye Dogs' vet team: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/heat-safety-tips-for-dogs-and-training-dog-care-vo
Stay safe, cool and keep calm this summer!
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Training Program Manager and Seeing Eye Dog Instructor Kylie Gersh about solving problem behaviours. We’re talking how to work with your instructor, SED staff contact or trusted trainer on how to work through undesirable behaviours with your dog. Whether you’re a client, carer or pet dog owner, Kylie is going to give us some great tips and info about how to resolve issues like dog distraction, counter surfing and stopping on walks so we can get the best life with our dogs. If you’re a Seeing Eye Dog handler, don’t forget you can reach out to your instructor, or to the team by emailing SEDclients@visionaustralia.org when any issues arise to get training support- don’t wait to get the help to get back on track! If you’re a volunteer carer with us please reach our to your staff contact for assistance.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
Would you love to become a volunteer carer and welcome a rewarding volunteer opportunity with a puppy in your house over christmas and new year? We’re looking for puppy carers in selected regions of NSW, VIC and QLD listed on our website. Our last scheduled Information Session will be held online Thursday, November 28, 6pm-7pm AEDT Via Zoom. Register at: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/information-sessions.
We’re also looking for training dog relief carers to house adult dogs in our training programs for short relief care periods from a few days to a few months. If you can provide some loving care and a home for a training or trained dog waiting for client training and are driving distance Kensington VIC, please become a training dog relief carer- apply through the website.
Embark on an incredible journey with Vision Australia’s Trek for Vision as we explore the breathtaking Abel Tasman Track in New Zealand from April 29 to May 3, 2025. This 5-day adventure will support Vision Australia’s Quality Living Groups, empowering individuals who are blind or have low vision. Register between November 15 and December 2 to save $150 on the cost of travel using the discount code BLACKFRIDAY-150. Spaces are filling up fast—secure your spot today at visionaustralia.org/trekforvision.
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On this episode of Seeing Eye Dogs Show we're got two timeless repeats- it’s been a busy few months at SED, but these are still relevant and we think you'll enjoy.
We’ve got two vet interviews with Dr Ashe Mooney of SVT, about heatstroke what it is, the signs and how to prevent it, and about hot pavement skin care and looking after your pups’ paws.
Then I have a volunteer story with Anja Schaefer who’s going to talk to us about her two roles caring for dogs in formal training, and in our puppy block facility on site in Kensington Victoria. We’re looking for lots of types of carers currently including training dog carers local to SED Kensington site, in the Belgrave and Ringwood areas and Gosford region of NSW. Head to the training dog care page of our website to find out about training dog care.
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On this episode Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
Seeing Eye Dogs handler Lucia Corradi talks about her new partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Luna and their adventures, both accomplished and planned. We also discuss transitioning to a new Seeing Eye Dog, and life for Lucia's newly retired Seeing Eye Dog Aura. The active duo of Lucia and Luna are set to take on Trek for Vision in 2025 so we chat a bit about their prep for that.
Then I’m joined by SED’s advisor of strategy and change Paul Adrian talking to us about some myths about becoming a handler, the New South Wales roadshow event and an update on client services in NSW.
The NSW Roadshow will be held on the week of November 25 across four dates from 10.30am-1pm each day at Vision Australia’s offices at Ashfield on November 25, at Caringbah on the 26th, Epping on the 27th and Parramatta on the 28th. These events are open to all and free to attend email us now at SEDClients@visionaustralia.org to secure your spot or head to the NSW Roadshow article on SED website for more info.
Our friendly team are on board to help people who are blind or have low vision with their goals through dog guide mobility, and if you’ve considered becoming a handler with us, we’re happy to chat about your needs. You can email us at info@sed.org.au or call on 1800 037 773 to chat about dog guide mobility, eligibility or assessment.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Cassandra Chiu co-founder and executive director of K9 Assistance in Singapore. Cassandra joined us on the show back in December 2023, almost a year later K9 Assistance has some exciting updates to share on progress in changing legislation in Singapore to grant public access for assistance dogs. We also chat about their ambassador dog, career-changed Seeing Eye Dog Sienna who had an important role in demonstrating the skills of assistance dogs.
At the time of the interview, Cassandra was in Melbourne completing her training with new Seeing Eye Dog Mandy, so we talk about their experiences on class with SED Mandy and the start of their partnership.
To finish off we have an interview with Dr Ashe Mooney sharing some vet tips and information on lumps for dogs. What you might be feeling for, what they might mean and how to work with your vet to diagnose and treat.
If you're blind or have low vision you’ve been considering dog guide mobility or becoming a Seeing Eye Dog handler, please contact us by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au. NSW residents can also come and chat to our team at the NSW Roadshow across Sydney from November 25-28, head to the website for details on the event or to register.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
If you'd like to find out about K9 Assistance Singapore and the work they do you can head to their website: https://www.k9assistance.sg/ or follow them on Instagram or Facebook.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show host Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Training Program Manager Kylie Gersh to give us some behind the scenes information about In For Training assessments at Seeing Eye Dogs.
What happens when the puppies come in ready for the next stage of their journey? Have you ever wondered how puppies are assessed for suitability at 12 months of age? How does the training team identify dogs who will make the best guides, and decide which dogs are better suited to the pet life or another working role? Join us for this interview where Kylie will chat about some of the qualities we look for, identifying aptitude and potential, and why we might career-change a dog for the welfare and wellbeing of the dog and safety of our clients.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler and kennels support volunteer Alayna Campbell. We chat about her life, her partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Joey, and her role volunteering in Seeing Eye Dogs kennels helping look after the puppies and dogs on site.
We couldn't thank our volunteers enough for the work they do, and we have so many wonderful volunteers assisting Seeing Eye Dogs in varied roles. Find out about volunteering on the Seeing Eye Dogs website volunteering page.
If you’ve been considering dog guide mobility please contact us by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
First time puppy carer Amanda Pritchard joins us chatting about her life as a puppy carer and her experiences raising Seeing Eye Dogs puppy Ira.
Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Dr Ashe Mooney joins us talking about kennel cough in dogs.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Jo Marsden with Seeing Eye Dog Phil. Jo is going to talk to us about her story, partnership with Phil, her work in the dog industry as a groomer and her trip with Phil to Japan. Jo is a first time dog handler, but together in their time together, Jo and Phil have hit the ground running with lots of adventures.
If you’ve been considering dog guide mobility please contact us by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests for a bit of a special graduation episode. On Wednesday September 18 we celebrated 42 graduated client and Seeing Eye Dogs teams who graduated in the 2023/2024 financial year including three graduates from our Youth Program.
The in-person celebrations took place at Kensington Town Hall, at our Vision Australia Parramatta office in NSW hosted by instructors Luca and Mikaela, and in our Perth office hosted by instructor Matt Wood. We also had graduates attending online.
We're joined by Nemoy Malcolm, graduate with Seeing Eye Dog Benji and Emcee o the event to talk about the graduation event, the speakers and the importance of us celebrating graduation together.
And Jasmine Tevelein is back on the show. Earlier this year, she joined us on the show an ambassador for our International Guide Dog Day Giving day. Now she's graduated with Mikey and has returned to talk to us about the Youth Program and her story and experiences as a handler.
Head to our website to find out more about how we help, the work we do and how you can help. If you're interested in the Youth Program, please email Brooke at Brooke.Anderson@visionaustralia.org or call Seeing Eye Dogs on 1800 037 773. If you'd like to become a handler or talk about dog guide mobility, we’d love to have you reach out to the team! You can call the same number, head to our website or email us at info@sed.org,au
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests. The first is with Phoebe, Seeing Eye Dogs handler to Angela, kennels volunteer and graduate of our Youth Program. We’re going to talk her life as a handler, experiences on the Youth Program and partnership with Angie.
Then I’ll be joined by Trainee Trainer Jack Lord about the role as a trainer and how staff like Jack train our young dogs in guide work so they can become Seeing Eye Dogs. Jack’s been on the show before in his previous roles through the years, you can find more interviews with Jack on our OMNY FM platform.
If you’ve been considering dog guide mobility please contact us by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au.
We’re also open for applications now for young people who are blind or have low vision to take part in our 2025 Youth Program. People from 12-18 are interested in finding out about dog guide mobility and enhance their skills can work with their O&M and Seeing Eye Dogs staff to work on their O&M skills and find out what life with a SED is like. Applications for the 2025 Youth Program are open now, so head to our website to find out more at sed.visionaustralia.org/youth-program, email Brooke at Brooke.Anderson@visionaustralia.org.
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This episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by breeder and puppy carers Hilary Buchan and Peter Geraerts. In belated recognition of Father’s Day we also wanted to give you some insight into the life of a stud dog at Seeing Eye Dogs and what the life of breeder carers is like. We’re going to introduce you to stud dog Robbie raised and cared for by Hilary and Pete.
In select regions of Victoria, we’re also looking for more people to become breeder carers. It’s the perfect caring option for someone who would prefer to care for an adult dog rather than puppies. 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. Find out about breeder caring here: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/breeding-dog
We’re also open for applications now for young people who are blind or have low vision to take part in our 2025 Youth Program. People from 12-18 are interested in finding out about dog guide mobility and enhance their skills can work with their O&M and Seeing Eye Dogs staff to work on their O&M skills and find out what life with a SED is like. Applications for the 2025 Youth Program are open now, so head to our website to find out more at sed.visionaustralia.org/youth-program, email Brooke at Brooke.Anderson@visionaustralia.org or call Seeing Eye Dogs on 1800 037 773.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two special handler profiles in recognition of Father's Day.
The first is with Gift Bimha, Seeing Eye Dogs handler to Ralph, dad to six and Australia’s first blind Hyrox competitor. We’re going to talk about his story and life as a dad, with Ralph and his inspiring fitness journey.
Then I have a repeat from 2023 featuring Cam Roles, a Seeing Eye Dogs handler, dad, and lawyer. Two very different lives of great dads who are blind or have low vision. If you are blind or have low vision and are thinking about dog guide mobility, visit our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/services chat to our friendly team at 1800 037 773, or email us at info@sed.org.au to find out more.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
We’re also looking for more wonderful puppy carers across select regions of Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. 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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests. The first is puppy development trainer Abi Howes talking about grooming your dog. We talk about the importance of grooming, how to start a grooming routine and how to make it a comfortable and enjoyable experience for you and your dog.
Then, we have Seeing Eye Dogs instructor Brooke Anderson talking to us about the Youth Program for young people who are aged 12-18 who are blind or have low vision wanting to find out about dog guide mobility and enhance their skills. Applications for the 2025 Youth Program are open now, so head to our website to find out more at sed.visionaustralia.org/youth-program, email Brooke at Brooke.Anderson@visionaustralia.org or call Seeing Eye Dogs on 1800 037 773.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by puppy carer Jane Ling who’s going to talk to us about her life as a puppy carer and caring working in education taking puppies into schools across her region. Then, we have a repeat of an interview with instructor Brooke Anderson about equipment handlers can use with their Seeing Eye Dogs or dog guides and how handlers can work with their instructor to determine the equipment right for them and the dog. At Seeing Eye Dogs, our amazing client services and instructor team work with handlers and support them with flexibility and choice.
If you’d like to become a puppy carer like Jane, find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website to become part of a special community.
If you’re blind or have low vision and would like to find out more about the application process or chat to a member of our team about if dog guide mobility is right for you, the friendly team at Seeing Eye Dogs would love to hear from you. To enquire about applying please contact us by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au.
For general information about what we do, becoming a client or how you can help, head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet Moffat is joined by Kathryn and Neil Archibald talking about the life of Hattie a newly retired breeder. We also chat about their lives as part of the carer community, the role of a breeder carer, caring for a puppy and breeder at the same time and what is means to adopt the breeder you’ve cared for after 5 years on Seeing Eye Dogs programs.
To create the next generation of Seeing Eye Dogs, a selection of our best and brightest dogs are chosen to become breeding dogs. These exceptional dogs require a loving home full-time for the duration of their breeding career, returning to the Seeing Eye Dogs kennel facility in Kensington, VIC for breeding activities.
Our male and female breeding dogs need homes from around the age of 12 months and could be in the program for a few months to a number of years, depending on the dog. We're now looking for breeder carers in parts of Victoria listed on our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/breeding-dog
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
The first is Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howes who is going to be talking to us about what to do with your puppy or dog on rainy days! We’re going to talk inside enrichment, and wet weather activities suitable for any dog whether they’re a working Seeing Eye Dog, a puppy in training or a pet dog.
Then we have a a short clip of an interview with puppy carer Leisha Watson about her life as a puppy carer and caring in a school.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, we’re wrapping up our busy July with guest Thayana Mubila who is a Seeing Eye Dogs handler to Shaylah, and ambassador from the Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs Appeal campaign.
Then, Harriet is joined by Aunty Julieanne Axford Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung elder whose grandkids Bela and Levi named NAIDOC puppies in 2023. Aunty Julieanne is joining us to talk about the meaning and significance of NAIDOC week which in 2024 was 7 July 2024 – Sun, 14 July. Then I’m going to play the names of the 2024 NAIDOC named puppies, and a repeat of the 2023 names which were chosen by Julieanne’s family.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet has a partnership story, some news from SED HQ and vet tips to share.
Seeing Eye Dogs handler Lizzie Eastham joins us on the show talking about her life, story and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Lacey. Those of you who listen to Studio 1 may be familiar with Lizzie. Today, she's coming on to share her story. Lizzie is one of the ambassadors for the Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs Appeal for 2024. If you'd like to support the appeal head in store to your local Petbarn or City Farmers store to make a donation to Seeing Eye Dogs
Then, Harriet announces two of the special names given to puppies in recognition of NAIDOC week July 7-13 2024. These names were submitted by members of our community who are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander in celebration of their culture and connection to country.
We also talk about one of the important questions about puppy caring "how do you give the puppy up?" and then finish this episode with some vet chat with Dr Ashe Mooney of Seeing Eye Dogs vet team about body condition score and healthy weight in dogs.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Kerry Taunton. Kerry talks with us about her life up in Cairns and new partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Pearl and retired Seeing Eye Dog Minka and how she went from the challenges of cancer treatment and losing her sight to gain the confidence and positive attitude she has today.
If you are blind or have low vision and are wondering about beginning your own Seeing Eye Dog journey, our friendly client services team would love to speak with you about your circumstances and mobility needs. You can find out about becoming a handler by visiting our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/services giving us a ring at 1800 037 773, or you can email us at info@sed.org.au.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
We’re also looking for more wonderful puppy carers across select regions of Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria to raise puppies to create more partnerships like Kerry & Pearl. 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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests.
Puppy and breeder carer Paul Gilling joins us talking about his experiences caring for Seeing Eye Dogs puppies and about taking them to his work as a physiotherapist. Seeing Eye Dogs puppy carer can work including full-time so in recognition of Take Your Dog To Work Day in June we wanted to share this story of Paul and his puppies in the allied health space.
Then we have Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Team joining us talking about limps and changes to a dog's gait, tips on getting them comfy again and how to work with your veterinarian to get treatment.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests.
Training dog carer and volunteer in kennels and puppy centre Anja Schaefer joining us to talk about her life caring for dogs in our Seeing Eye Dogs training program and what the dogs get up to in a home environment during their training and her roles looking after young puppies on site.
Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Team joins us to talk about cold weather care for dogs discussing some of the most common cold weather health conditions and some vet tips around those.
To find out more about training dog care head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/training-dog. We're looking for training dog carers in parts of metro Melbourne (dropping and picking up dogs from the Kensington facility for training), Queensland in the Sunshine Coast region, and New South Wales in the Central Coast region, further details about the program and lists of locations are available on the website.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by puppy carers Tamara Jansons and Lee Andrewartha talking about their lives and experiences puppy caring as new parents. We talk about the different lifestyles they've had since beginning puppy caring and how they adapted their volunteering for those changes. Dedicated volunteers Tamara and Lee share their insights in balancing work, the baby and caring for puppy Dixie. If you're interested about the lives of Seeing Eye Dogs puppies and how volunteers have pups in their busy lives, or how you can raise a young Labrador alongside a baby, you'll enjoy this story!
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio Harriet is joined by puppy carer Leisha Watson. Leisha is dedicated puppy carer who raises her puppies whilst working as a teacher in a primary school. She shares her story and experiences with us volunteering and bringing puppies to school, as well as talking about her love of the volunteering community.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews for you.
Training dog carer volunteer Jessica Jones joins us talking about her experiences caring for training dog Louise, what the role of a training dog carer is, and how she balances her work at Australian Catholic University with caring for training dogs.
To find out more about training dog care head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/volunteer/training-dog. We're looking for training dog carers in parts of metro Melbourne (dropping and picking up dogs from the Kensington facility for training), Queensland in the Sunshine Coast region, and New South Wales in the Central Coast region, further details about the program and lists of locations are available on the website.
Dr Nicola Cotton manager of reproductive and veterinary services and Kat Kakafikas manager of dog wellbeing and adoption services join us on the show to share the exciting news of the updates to our facilities at Seeing Eye Dogs' site in Kensington. We talk about the new Dog Care Centre upgraded kennels and the improvements to the welfare and care this centre will provide its residents.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two handler profiles of mothers in our community in recognition of Mother's Day.
Seeing Eye Dogs handlers Nicole Forbes-Hood and Annie Abbott talk to Harriet about their story, and partnership with Seeing Eye Dogs, and family life as mother and grandmother respectively.
We'd like to wish all mothers, and female guardians a happy Mother's Day!
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Team joins us talking about World Vet Day which was on April 27, 2024. We talk about the role of a vet, how you can help get the best vet appointment, the challenges of mental health in the industry and the importance of kindness to your vet.
Casey Hyde puppy carer and volunteer in our kennels joins us talking about volunteering as someone who is legally blind. Casey is a dog guide handler, and talks about how her lived experience and volunteering impact and benefit each other. She shares her experiences of how volunteering can be inclusive, and encourages others to get involved.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we've got a handler story in recognition of International Guide Dog Day (IGDD) on April 24. This is part 2 of our IGDD special, you can find part 1 available as a podcast on your preferred podcast platform.
We couldn’t just do one story for International Guide Dog Day so we're joined by Damo McMorrow who is a Seeing Eye Dogs handler as well as National Access Technology Manager at Vision Australia. We’re going to be talking about his story as a handler and his experience transitioning to his new Seeing Eye Dog. We’re going to talk about his new partnership with Jenna as well as life with two Seeing Eye Dogs in the house. Damo also talks about the client training experience and gives some tips new dog guide handlers should listen to.
You can stream Damo's previous interview on this show talking about using technology as a dog guide handler on your podcast platform.
If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out about getting a Seeing Eye Dog, please phone us on 1800 03 77 73 or (03) 9381 6400 or email info@sed.org.au for an obligation free discussion with our friendly team about your circumstances.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we're talking dog guide mobility in recognition of International Guide Dog Day (IGDD) on April 24.
We're joined by Paul Adrian Seeing Eye Dogs Advisor Strategy and Change and qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor talking about dog guide mobility and the process for getting a Seeing Eye Dog. We bust some myths about who is eligible and might benefit from a Seeing Eye Dog, talk about the assessment and application process, and discuss matching the trained dog to the right handler on the waitlist.
If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out about getting a Seeing Eye Dog, please phone us on 1800 03 77 73 or (03) 9381 6400 or email info@sed.org.au for an obligation free discussion with our friendly team about your circumstances.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by three guests.
First, we’ll be joined by youth program participant graduate from 2022 Jasmine Tevelein who is going to be talking to us about her experience in the program and the next steps as she works towards getting her own Seeing Eye Dog, and her involvement supporting the International Guide Dog Day giving day on April 24. If you’d like to support Seeing Eye Dogs on the International guide Dog Day giving day on April 24, Donations can be made online at seeingeyedogs.org.au/givingday.
Then, Doctor Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs’ vet team joins us talking about kennel cough.
To finish off, we have some recall training tips with Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw from the archives.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by Dr Ashe Mooney of the Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Team to talk about a dog health problem more common in the cooler months- parasites. We discuss some of the common parasites, symptoms of a dog with a parasite and how to prevent. There are some graphic descriptions in this episode, so be aware of that if you're eating whilst listening. Then we play a repeat of my interview with Nicola about the breeding program strategy for Seeing Eye Dogs to give you some behind the scenes on how we create world class dog guides.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Sophie Thomas and her Seeing Eye Dog Winnie. Sophie talks to us about her story, partnership with Winnie and her goal and fundraising efforts for 100K Your Way raising money for Vision Australia.
Head to Sophie's fundraising page to support her efforts in 100K Your Way and to donate to Vision Australia: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/sophiethomas/100kyourway.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by Kirsten Busby..
Kirsten is a Seeing Eye Dogs handler who talks to us about her busy life as a classical soprano singer and her life and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Kimba. Tune into this show to find out about the life of a working team on and off the stage.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by two guests to talk about International Women's Day (IWD).
Seeing Eye Dogs handlers Clare Opie and Linda Blaik join us in separate interviews on this episode discussing IWD and this year's IWD theme of inclusion. We talk about their own experiences as women, what IWD and inclusion means to them, and the role of their Seeing Eye Dogs.
If you'd like to find out about Clare's Instagram and how she uses social media to educate, please check out her Instagram profile @ClareAndMabel.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Vicki Jolley. We talk about her life, her story, and her partnership with Farrah and previous dogs.
If you’re blind or have low vision and you would like to find out if a Seeing Eye Dog or dog guide mobility is right for you, call us on 1800 037 773 or email us at info@seda.org.au to chat to the team.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio Harriet is joined by Vaughan Roles talking about his life, partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Scooter and the Trek for Vision New Zealand they'll be taking on in March.
Vaughan is a lawyer, father, keen adventurer and Seeing Eye Dog handler. Alongside his Seeing Eye Dog Scooter, he'll be taking on the Queen Charlotte track in New Zealand as part of Vision Australia's Trek for Vision 2024 to raise funds for Vision Australia's Telelink services and Vision Australia Radio.
You can find out more about their trip preparation and support them by heading to their Trek for Vision fundraising page: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/vaughanroles/
or watch some of their preparation and the trek on Youtube on their channel @Scooter_cam. or follow their adventures on Instagram @vaughan.adventures
Your support is greatly appreciated- please get behind this team and help Vision Australia's work providing essential services like Telelink and our radio programs!
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio Harriet is joined by two guests.
Seeing Eye Dogs Handler and student Lily Alford joins us to talk about her life, story and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Prince. Lily is a wheelchair dog guide user, so we talk about how she and Prince learnt their new style of work and what it's like to use a Seeing Eye Dog for mobility whilst using the power chair.
Then I'm going to play a repeat of some vet tips from Seeing Eye Dogs vet team member Dr Jacinta Millard talking about arthritis in dogs including symptoms, management and how you can work with your vet to look after a dog you have with arthritis. As always this is general information and we encourage you to speak with your own trusted vet about your dog.
If you’re blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out more about applying for a Seeing Eye Dog or eligibility, visit our website or please contact us by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by two guests.
We’re joined first my Seeing Eye Dogs instructor Mikaela Smith who’s going to talk to us about her life, background and role at a Seeing Eye Dogs instructor.
Then We’re going to joined by Seeing Eye Dogs puppy development trainer Lina Xi who is going to talk to us about Lunar New Year and the special puppy name chosen in celebration of this year of the dragon.
Mikaela and our team of New South Wales based instructors would love to chat with you if you're blind or have low vision and are interested in applying for a Seeing Eye Dog, or if you're based in the Gosford region of Central Coast New South Wales and would like to become a Seeing Eye Dogs training dog carer and volunteer to care for a dog in training on weeknights and weekends throughout their formal training. If you’re blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out more about applying for a Seeing Eye Dog or eligibility, visit our website or please contact us by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au. If you are interested in caring for training dogs head to our website.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two interviews to play.
First, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Shelley Whyte who talks to us about her life, her story, and her Seeing Eye Dog Evan. This was recorded in recognition of National Golden Retriever Day.
Then, we have a repeat of Harriet's interview with Brooke discussing the types of equipment options available for dog guide handlers. We go through some of the types of harnesses, leads and other pieces of equipment handlers use, and why you might select a particular option. If you are a Seeing Eye Dogs handler who would like to discuss equipment, reach out to your instructor.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet Moffat is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs puppy carer Angelica Klages with puppy Kirrip. Angelica and Kirrip are one of our first puppy and carer teams based in Sydney so we talk about what it’s like raising a puppy there, Angelica’s life raising a puppy in an apartments and how she puppy cares whilst working as a music teacher and acting coach. Then we announce some exciting news to share about our canine co-host Iris.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Mobility Instructor Katie Farrell. We talk about the role and her journey to becoming an instructor from Orientation and Mobility as well as about the instructor traineeship. We talk about client services and how clients are supported from application to matching, to retirement of the dog.
If you’re blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out more about applying for a Seeing Eye Dog or eligibility, visit our website or please contact us by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, show host Harriet Moffat is joined by Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw talking about recall. We talk about how to train and maintain a solid recall including around distractions. Recall is an important skill for an dog handler for the safety and confidence of you and your dog whether that’s in the house, out in the garden or in a public off lead.
Then we have a repeat of some vet tips with Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs’ vet team talking about body condition score and how to monitor your dog’s physical fitness. This is about how to evaluate their health without relying on weight which can vary from dog to dog, and helps determine each dog's ideal body condition.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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The last show of the 2023 NYE Special.
On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Abi Howes one of our puppy development trainers for some tips on managing New Years Eve festivities with the dog or puppy in your care. Then, we have some important hot weather tips from Dr Ashe Mooney from the archives. We’re going to talk about heatstroke and other summer skin care tips around protecting their paws.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy development trainer Steph Shaw. We’re going to talk about some of Steph’s story and background in the industry before she gives us some dog and puppy training tips including Seeing Eye Dogs friendly games you can play and activities you can do inside during the warmer months when lead walking or outside physical exercise isn’t possible.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by two guests.
First, we'll will have some festive season tips with Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howess about how to help you and your dog have a fun and safe holiday season with whatever social gatherings you may be attending. Then, we're joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Instructor Brooke Anderson talking about the Seeing Eye Dogs Youth Program for 2023. That was the second year of this program so we’re going to talk about how this one went and the future of the program.
If you or a young person in your care aged 12-18 who is blind or has low vision is interested in taking part in the youth program, head to the website at sed.visionaustralia.org/seeing-eye-dogs/youth-program to find out more or get in touch.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests.
- Fiona Demark is part of Vision Australia's client reference group, and is a keynote speaker and works in transport and planning. She comes and talks to us about her experience growing up blind with a deteriorative eye condition, her life, hobbies and the mindset she takes into life. You can find out more about Fiona and her story on her website.
- Dr Jacinta Millard from Seeing Eye Dogs' vet team comes on to chat about microchipping your pets, what is a microchip and the importance of keeping your details up to date and how to do so.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dog Show host Harriet Moffat is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Instructor Brooke Anderson and Cassandra Chiu co-founder of K9 Assistance Singapore.
In the first interview, with Brooke, we talk about equipment options for Seeing Eye Dog handlers. We go through some of the types of harnesses, leads and other pieces of equipment handlers use, and why you might select a particular option.
Then we're joined by Cassandra to talk about the work K9 Assistance Singapore is doing to promote use of and access of assistance dogs in Singapore. Cassandra and other staff from K9 Assistance recently visited Australia and caught up with our Seeing Eye Dogs staff for learning and collaboration opportunities in the industry, so this interview is also in acknowledgment of that visit.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Vision Australia National Access Technology Manager Damo McMorrow talking to us about using technology with your dog guide. We’re going to talk about the other navigational and orientation tools that you can use in conjunction with a Seeing Eye Dog and how Vision Australia’s Access Technology help desk can help you find the tech to use with your dog guide.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/.
If you’d like to speak to our Access Technology specialists you can email ATC.help@visionaustralia.org or ring the AT helpdesk 1300 84 74 66.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by two guests.
Breeding Operations Officer Brit McCarthy talks to us about the lives of our breeding dogs. We're going to talk about what they get up to when they're not being used, and the role of a breeder carer volunteer.
Then Dr Jacinta Millard from the Seeing Eye Dogs vet team talks about arthritis in dogs. We discuss symptoms, management and how you can work with your vet to look after a dog you have with arthritis. As always this is general information and we encourage you to speak with your own trusted vet about your dog.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
If you live in Victoria and would like to learn about becoming a carer for one of our lovely breeding dogs head to our website here: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/breeder-caring. We're looking for breeder carers in selected areas of Victoria to care for dogs over 12 months of age who have been accepted into the breeding program through their career in the breeding colony.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet chats with Claire Crewe puppy development trainer at Seeing Eye Dogs talking about helping your dog through some potentially scary and weird things. In recognition of Halloween, we’re going to talk about how to recognise when your dog may be uncertain of weird and novel things, and what you should do. As always, this is only general information and if you have problems, please talk to your trusted trainer for advice.
Then, Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs’ Vet Team joins us talking about two health topics. We chat about some of the sweet treats around at Halloween and what to be mindful of, and then we’re going to talk a bit about ear infections.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet talks with Seeing Eye Dogs Veterinary and Reproduction Manager Dr Nicola Cotton about breeding program strategy and exciting new building works at Seeing Eye Dog kennels in Kensington. We cover a lot of interesting behind the scenes around selecting the breeding dogs from our program, how they decide the best pairings to create future seeing eye dogs, and how we use science and data plus trends to produce Seeing Eye Dogs that meet the changing needs of our clients and their environments.
Then Dr Nicola tells us about the renovation project at Seeing Eye Dogs' site in Kensington. We talk about the ‘boarding centre renovation’ and the plans for some new purpose built kennels being built.
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 in parts of NSW, QLD and VIC, and breeder carers in parts of metro Melbourne. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Lucia Corradi who is a massage therapist based in New South Wales. They talk about her life, her story, and her partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Aura. Aura is approaching retirement age so we chat about their life together and about what might come next for Aura’s retirement and Lucia’s future Seeing Eye Dog story.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
If you are blind or have low vision and would like to find out about if a Seeing Eye Dog is right for you or to apply, chat to our team on 1800 03 77 73 or 03 9381 6400 or contact us by email info@sed.org.au.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet chats with Jake Brown Senior Puppy Centre Attendant at Seeing Eye Dogs talking about the puppy centre confidence course. We’re going to chat about the confidence course, what’s involved and what skills it teaches our puppies and how. Then we have a repeat of an interview with Senior Instructor Justin Marshall.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
If you are blind or have low vision and are considering applying for a Seeing Eye Dog, head to our website to find out more or contact us on by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au. If you're a current Seeing Eye Dog handler and you would like additional follow up support, please reach out to your instructor.
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In this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Clare Opie who was part of our recent life-changing connections graduation event. Claire was partnered with Seeing Eye Dog Mabel earlier this year. We talk about the event, her story and her experience as a first time dog guide user.
Then we replay an interview from the archives with Paige Coleman Puppy Development Trainer, talking about managing multiple animals in a household and influencing the calm behaviour you’d like in the home.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by a Seeing Eye Dogs handler who has an extraordinary adventure to tell us about. Debbie King with Seeing Eye Dog Zazu has come back on the show to talk about their six months living in Canada taking in all the skiing and snow that the northern hemisphere has to offer. We’re also going to talk about their partnership, and how it’s evolved over the last two years.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by three guests.
Puppy Development Trainers Jack Lord and Lina Xi join us talking about their training in the puppy development diploma, what they've learnt and some highlights and challenges of the role.
Then Catherine Kennedy from People2People Recruitment joins us talking about the OZTOPDOG Competition and the benefits of having dogs in the workplace. OZTOPDOG Competition is a competition for dogs with jobs or dogs who attend offices, rewarding those 'good boys' for their great work. If you have a Seeing Eye Dog or puppy, or bring your dog into the office, why not enter them in the competition for a chance to have your efforts recognised and even win some fun dog prizes!
Then we play a snippet of an older interview with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Peter Frank talking about his story and life with Seeing Eye Dog Anya. Peter and Anya's story is available to listen in full on our OMNY.FM.. The team were recently featured in the Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs appeal for 2023. We want to also thank everyone who supported the appeal which raised $1.35 million over the month of July 2023.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Lynn Potter talking about her life with her Seeing Eye Dog Hector and her story.
Then we play a repeat of an interview with Senior Puppy Development Trainer Kim Rulach talking about selecting safe and Seeing Eye Dog suitable toys for your dog.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have a number of different voices chatting with us.
- Hailey Lindermann Seeing Eye Dogs handler of Tippi joins us talking about her Seeing Eye Dog Tippi and their life together. She talks about the impact of having a Seeing Eye Dog and her story, as well as why she is supporting the Seeing Eye Dogs Petbarn Foundation appeal this year. To support the appeal, head to a Petbarn or City Farmers store in July to make a donation, buy a Petbarn Foundation hedgehog from your local Greencross vet, or head to their website at petbarn.com.au/seda.
- Harriet talks puppy placement and matching processes with a few members of Team Seeing Eye Dogs Laura King Puppy Development Operations Officer, Vanessa Godfrey Puppy Development Trainer and Jacob Brown Senior Puppy Centre Attendant. We talk about how puppies are matched to their carer homes, and the factors that help make those placements to set the puppies up for success. We discuss how temperament is evaluated, and carers' lifestyles and environment are taken into consideration to help each puppy grow and thrive to hopefully become a Seeing Eye Dog.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have a bumper episode for you. Harriet is joined by three guests:
- Petbarn Foundation Manager Janelle Bloxsom and Seeing Eye Dogs handler and Regional Client Services Manager at Vision Australia Rolf Geerlings join us to talk about the Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs Appeal for 2023. Head to a Petbarn or City Farmers store in July to make a donation, buy a Petbarn Foundation hedgehog from your local Greencross vet, or head to their website at www.petbarn.com.au/seda to support the appeal.
- People and Culture Services Manager Ranmali McCormack joins us talking about the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) at Vision Australia, what the reflect RAP means and Vision Australia's commitment to the RAP, and our next steps towards developing the Innovate RAP. To find out more about Vision Australia's RAP head to the website.
- Harriet announces the names of the NAIDOC named Seeing Eye Dogs puppies for 2023. These puppies' names were chosen by members of the community who identity as Aboriginal and/or Torres' Strait Islander and demonstrate a connection to country. For the list of names and more information head to the NAIDOC names article on our website.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two interviews to play for you.
Harriet is joined by Brit McCarthy, Seeing Eye Dogs breeding operations officer, talking about the International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF) conference, what was learnt there and how Seeing Eye Dogs and other IGDF schools can work together to create dog guide partnerships of the future and continue to develop and improve practice.
Then, we play some vet tips from Dr Ashe Mooney of Seeing Eye Dogs vet team talking dental hygiene in dogs.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two interviews from the archive:
- Seeing Eye Dogs training program manager Kylie Gersh joins us talking about the principles of cooperative care and giving dogs choice in their care. We talk about animal husbandry and how we can use positive training methods and rewards to give better care to our animals with their welfare in mind.
- Chris Edwards manager of Government Relations, Advocacy, NDIS and Aged Care at Vision Australia joins us to share some tips for flying with your Seeing Eye Dog or dog guide. Chris is a Seeing Eye Dogs handler, and he and his dog Eva are frequent flyers so this team are well-equipped to share some tips for a smooth travelling.
We also told you about two news pieces at Seeing Eye Dogs:
- Registrations are now open for Trek for Vision 2024 in New Zealand. To take part in a fabulous trek to raise funds for Vision Australia Radio and Quality Living programs, join VA's CEO Ron Hooton on the 2024 trek on March 7-11. For more information or to sign up head to the Trek's website. The trek is accessible, so if you are blind or have low vision, you are welcome to attend. If you have a Seeing Eye Dog, please chat with your instructor about your dog's suitability to attend and training needed for the 60km of walking
- In recognition of NAIDOC Week, 2 - 9 July 2023, Vision Australia would like to extend an invitation to all clients, their families, friends, Vision Australia partners and stakeholders, and community, who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to submit a special name for consideration to name a Seeing Eye Dogs pups.
Submitted names will have a connection to country to recognise all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage and will be considered by a panel from Seeing Eye Dogs, including First Nations representatives and announced during NAIDOC week. To submit your special name and a short description, Name a Seeing Eye Dogs pup for NAIDOC Week form or send an email to: SEDClients@visionaustralia.org. Final submissions: close of business Friday 30 June 2023.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
- Annette Ferguson chairperson of Dog Guide Handlers Australia (DGHA) joins us talking about DGHA, their work and the upcoming conference. The DGHA conference on August 4-6 2023 in Brisbane, Queensland is a chance for handlers of dog guides from all schools to get together, learn more about all things dog guide and enjoy a weekend of fun. For more information on DGHA, visit the DGHA website or if you're a dog guide handler or supporter including staff or volunteer from a dog guide school, join the DGHA Facebook group to get involved.
- Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs vet team joins us talking about getting your dog to the optimal body condition score. A few episodes ago, Ashe explained why body condition is a good measure of your dog's fitness- more than what weight can tell us! Now, she's back talking about how to help the dog in your care get to the ideal body condition. Please note this information is for general information, please work with your vet before making changes to your dog's feeding or care.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet we have two interviews to share with you.
President of CNIB Guide Dogs Diane Bergeron joins us in the Kooyong studio for a chat. We talk about the relationship between schools internationally and the collaboration we can share as well as about her role at CNIB Guide Dogs. Diane is a dog guide handler herself, so we talk about the personal insights and lived experience she brings to her role as president of the school.
Seeing Eye Dogs handler Gordon Boughton shares his story with us, and talks with us about his new partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Yuma. Gordon tells us about his experience losing his vision later in life and becoming a first time dog guide handler at age 80. His story is a great one- especially for anyone who isn't sure if they're too old to consider applying for their first Seeing Eye Dog.
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 in selected regions of Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria 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 and costs including food, supplied and vet care provided free to puppy carers. 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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two interviews for you.
- Dr Ashe Mooney from the Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Team joins us talking about body condition score and what it means to keep a dog healthy. We discuss the measure of weight and fitness and how to work with your vet to keep your dog at the optimum weight or body condition score for them.
- Vision Australia Radio Perth volunteer Tess Hellsten specially hosts an interview for us with Matt Wood an instructor from Seeing Eye Dogs based in Perth. We talk about delivering services and being a handler in the region, and the work that Matt does in Western Australia.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by music therapist and Seeing Eye Dogs handler Claire McGlew about her life, partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Willow and about music therapy and the joy music brings. Even if you've never considered yourself a musician, we hope this interview inspires you to express yourself and find joy through music!
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Terri Mottram talking about her new Seeing Eye Dog Gidget, and their new partnership together. We talk about their routine, getting used to a new Seeing Eye Dog and what makes this team a great match.
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. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show and in recognition of World Veterinary Day April 29, 2023, we're joined by Dr Ashe Mooney of the Seeing Eye Dogs' vet team.
Seeing Eye Dogs vet team provide care to Seeing Eye Dogs puppies and dogs through all stages of life from looking after breeding dogs and puppies, training dogs, providing remote support to working Seeing Eye Dogs through to retirement.
Ashe talks to us about the career of a vet, the work they do, and how you can be a great animal guardian and respect your vet.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by two guests:
Reeni Ekanayake campaigns advisor in Vision Australia's advocacy team tells us about Vision Australia's electric vehicles campaign, the risks and issues of electric vehicles for people who are blind or have low vision, and how you can assist and support the campaign. Vision Australia is looking for the public (your!) input on this important issue to propose the mandate of Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) in new electric vehicles to improve their safety. Head to the website here: https://www.visionaustralia.org/electriccars to find out more and get involved.
Paige Coleman puppy development trainer in the Geelong region including Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and surrounds, joins us talking about the benefits of volunteering and how you can join the community of carers in the region and enjoy meaningful connections while raising puppies. We then talk about managing multiple dogs or animals in a household, and how to encourage the interactions and behaviour you want in your home.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland, Central Coast region of New South Wales or in Victoria in Geelong (and surrounds), Bendigo, Ballarat and Greater Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Nadia Mattiazzo to introduce her new Seeing Eye Dog Abbie! Nadia, CEO of Women With Disabilities Victoria, talks about getting to know Abbie, the work they're doing together and life with a Seeing Eye Dog. Nadia recently joined us in March to talk about International Women's Day, if you missed it, stream that podcast now via our podcast feed.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland, Central Coast region of New South Wales or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Greater Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Kate Watkins is back joining us to talk about her new Seeing Eye Dog Kramer! Kate, who works at Vision Australia as a Service Support Officer, chats with us about her action packed training with Kramer, transitioning to a new dog, and about her history of almost 50 years working with Seeing Eye Dogs.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland, Central Coast region of New South Wales or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Greater Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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In recognition of International Women's Day on March 8, 2023, Harriet is joined by Nadia Mattiazzo, CEO of Women with Disabilities Victoria (WDV) talking about some of the challenges faced by women with disabilities, the work of WDV, and how to be an ally to women with disabilities.
If you'd like to find out about Women with Disabilities Victoria head to the WDV website.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland, Central Coast region of New South Wales or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Greater Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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In recognition of International Women's Day on March 8, we've got two wonderful woman guests over this episode and the next. On this episode, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Marilena Osborne talking about her story and life with her Seeing Eye Dog Hamilton. Marilena shares with us a bit about her busy and active life raising three kids as a single mum, and training with her kids at Taekwondo!
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland, Central Coast region of New South Wales or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Greater Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.
- Yoav Ortov Seeing Eye Dogs instructor joins us to talk about the bushwalking program now that the first session has been held, and how the program could develop in the future. If you're a Seeing Eye Dogs handler keen to learn more about bushwalking, stay tuned for more information on future programs, or contact your instructor or email SEDClients@visionaustralia.org to find out about how we can support you.
- Cam Roles director on the board of Vision Australia, lawyer, academic and Seeing Eye Dogs handler joins us to talk about accessing public places, and the experiences of refusals. Whilst so many businesses and places are welcoming of handlers with Seeing Eye Dogs, dog guides or other service dogs, there can be issues of refusals still. Cam and Harriet talk about his experiences with the public in those situations. There are resources on advocacy and access rights available on the Vision Australia website.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland, Central Coast region of New South Wales or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Greater Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Senior Instructor Justin Marshall talking about client services and the follow up support provided to handlers.
We hear from Justin about one of the most unique and unexpected trips taken to a South Australian remote mine site to work with a handler and dog team to navigate safely and orient themselves around the camp.
If you are blind or have low vision and are considering applying for a Seeing Eye Dog, head to our website to find out more or contact us on by calling 1800 037 773 or email info@seda.org.au. If you're a current Seeing Eye Dog handler and you would like additional follow up support, please reach out to your instructor.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we're joined by two guests.
- Seeing Eye Dogs handler Cameron Roles joins us to talk about his life with his Seeing Eye Dog Fergie. Cam is a lawyer and academic, proud dad, and a director on the board of Vision Australia. Cam is blind and has been matched with Seeing Eye Dog Fergie. Tune in to Cam's story to hear just one of the varied lives of Seeing Eye Dogs handlers.
- Puppy development trainer and volunteer puppy carer Abi Howes chats with us about puppy caring and some events taking place on February 14, 2023. We're looking for puppy carers now in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and Central Coast NSW. For those in Melbourne, Seeing Eye Dogs is hosting an in person event at 10-11am AEDT at Southern Cross station and Facebook livestream behind the scenes in our puppy centre at 4pm AEST. Come along to the Facebook live for your dose of cuteness and to find out about volunteer caring programs.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Cam Roles, law academic, Seeing Eye Dogs handler with SED Fergie, and member of the Vision Australia Board.
Cam shares some tips and information about overseas travel with a Seeing Eye Dog or dog guide, including talking about organising documents for a smooth return to Australia. We discuss some of the import/export restrictions and quarantine measures which must be followed. If you're a dog guide handler thinking about taking your first international trip with your Seeing Eye Dog, this interview will cover a lot of the important considerations so you can prepare and have stress-free travel.
To find out more about important biosecurity measures, head to the Department of Agriculture website's guide for import and for any questions relating to travel and your Seeing Eye Dog, reach out to your Seeing Eye Dogs instructor.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests:
- Dr Ashe Mooney from the Seeing Eye Dogs Vet team joins us talking about heatstroke, how to recognise and prevent it and what to do if you think your dog has heatstroke. Heatstroke can be deadly so use Ashe's tips and prevent it to keep your dog safe, happy and healthy.
- Repeat interview (one of our faves!) Kylie Gersh Seeing Eye Dogs learning and development lead instructor talks about learning theory, how dogs learn, and how shaping can be used to teach dogs important skills letting them choose and be reinforced.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we're going to be looking back on many years of the dog guide industry of Australia.
Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs senior instructor Harry Vanderjagt for one last interview before his well-earned retirement. Harry's impact has been felt by many Seeing Eye Dog handler and dog teams, and his dedication to the role has been an impressive one.
Thanks Harry for your work with SED clients, the things you've taught to the next generation, and joining us on the show one last time.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by special guest Dr Chris Muldoon joins us to talk about his thesis and research about the emotions of dog guide handlers: ‘The emotions and feelings experienced by guide dog owners in the application, training and working of their guide dogs.’
in 2022, Chris presented about this work at the Assistance Dogs International conference and now coming on the show we're going to talk about that study and the implications it has for handlers, and the staff working with them and their dog guides and Seeing Eye Dogs.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we're joined by two guests:
- Dr Ashe Mooney of the Seeing Eye Dogs vet team joins us to talk about the foods to avoid over the holiday season. We talk about which foods to keep your dogs away from, familiarise yourself with these foods to keep your dog happy, healthy and safe!
- Then we're joined by Colleen Ashby talking about the release of her second book Ya Gotta Laugh which is now available on Booktopia, and Amazon, in different formats, or you can find more info and stories on Colleen's website and blog/ or in our interview on this show from January 2022. Colleen's second book is a series of humorous anecdotes about her life which includes her journey with her vision, and her Seeing Eye Dog Xian.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet talks with Dr Geraldine Lane about her PhD on the benefits of having a dog guide. We talk about her thesis: 'There's more to a Dog Guide than meets the Eye' and the findings.
We also talk about her life and relationships with her own Seeing Eye Dogs. Geraldine was recently a finalist in the 2022 Blind Australian of the Year award. As an academic, and spreading the message of the capabilities of people who are blind or have low vision, her work inspiring others and leading a career in education earnt her the nomination.
The full interview will be available soon as an interview highlight on Vision Australia Radio's OMNY.FM feed.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we're joined by two guests.
- Vision Australia's Volunteer Partnerships Lead Cassie Hassall joins Harriet to talk about the volunteering options at Seeing Eye Dogs, and the importance of volunteers! We talk a bit about what having a Seeing Eye Dog means to Cassie who has Seeing Eye Dog Neesha.
- Dr Ashe from Seeing Eye Dogs' vet team shares some info about hot weather skincare and giving some tips on how to keep our dogs happy and healthy over the warmer months.
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.
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On the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Dr Julie Summerfield from our partner at Royal Canin. We talk about how to select a food and about some of the myths around feeding and nutrition.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet interviews Seeing Eye Dogs handler Nalini Naynes talking about her life, work at Dark Matter Zine enjoying and writing about the arts scene and culture of Australia, and her partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Silkie. In this podcast we chat about this team's life, work and relationship.
Then we have a repeat of the interview with Seeing Eye Dogs instructor Yoav Ortov talking about the Seeing Eye Dogs' pilot bushwalking program. The bushwalking program for Seeing Eye Dog and dog guide handlers helps you make the most of your dog guide when navigating bush and natural environments. If you're a dog guide handler in Victoria who would like to take part in this program, email SEDclients@visionaustralia.org to find out more.
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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we're joined by two guests:
- Manager of puppy development Jane Bradley joins us to talk about the Assistance Dogs International (ADI) conference she attended and presented at. We talk about Seeing Eye Dogs' accreditation with ADI and relationships with other assistance dogs schools around the world and how the industry can work together to improve dogs and outcomes for handlers. Jane summarises her work and presentation on Estimated Breeding Values (EBV) and what the means for the future of our industry.
- Puppy development trainer Mark Wilczynski from the Sunshine Coast tells us about his background and experience working with dogs, and about his new role as PDT in Queensland. We talk about puppy caring on the Sunshine Coast and in the North Brisbane region, and about the experience for a puppy carer in Queensland.
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.
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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.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we are joined by Darren Moyle orientation and mobility specialist at Vision Australia and Jacqui Birchall Seeing Eye Dogs instructor talking about the Youth Program pilot in 2022.
The Youth Program allows young people to find out about dog guide mobility and learn how to take care of and work with a dog. Darren and Jacqui speak about the program, goals, experiences and outcomes achieved by participants.
Seeing Eye Dogs is running the Youth Program again in 2023. If you or someone you know if interested in taking part, please contact Darren Moyle via email: Darren.Moyle@visionaustralia.org or phone: 0437 780 785 or Jacqui Birchall via email: Jacqui.Birchall@visionaustralia.org or phone: 0482 162 827. For any questions on Seeing Eye Dogs client services programs contact: SEDClients@visionaustralia.org
or head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews for you:
- The first is with Dr Theresa Ruig chatting with us about her life as a Seeing Eye Dog handler. Theresa lives a busy life with an impressive career and raising a family, now Jango will accompany her starting a new role. Recently matched with Jango, we talk about her story and life with a Seeing Eye Dog. Theresa and Jango are a team whose story I know you'll love to hear.
- Then Kim Rulach senior puppy development trainer joins us as she prepares to embark on the Bay of Fires adventure. We're going to talk about the training Kim and Seeing Eye Dogs puppy in training Janey have done, and how you can support them. They will be sharing on their journey through Seeing Eye Dogs social media so you can follow along. To find their fundraising page to make a donation to Seeing Eye Dogs head to their fundraising page. Make sure you're following Seeing Eye Dogs on Facebook and Instagram for updates on their adventure!
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we have two interviews to share:
- Conrad Browne, manager of Vision Australia Radio and audio services, acts as host of the show in a special interview with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Dr Geraldine Lane. They talk about Dr Lane's connection with Seeing Eye Dogs and her decision to leave a gift to Seeing Eye Dogs and Vision Australia in her will.
- Jacinta Millard, veterinary student and kennel attendant at Seeing Eye Dogs, provides us with some information on post-operative care for dogs. We chat about the whys and how to keep your dog rested and recovering quickly after surgeries. This is a general interest piece, please insure that you consult your veterinarian for any specific advice around your dog and their health care needs.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
If Kim's wise words have convinced you and 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 attend an information session about puppy caring.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests:
- Lesleigh Butler, government relations advisor at Vision Australia, chats with us about the Puppies in Parliament event held at Parliament in Canberra in September 2022. Lesleigh talks about the key issues discussed including the NDIS dog warranty, and access rights. The Puppies in Parliament event wasn't about cute puppies- conversations between Vision Australia and Seeing Eye Dogs staff and handlers and members of parliament brought light to some of the problems faced by dog guide handlers, with aim to bring solutions soon.
- Kim Rulach, senior puppy development trainer, tells us all about the wonderful world of puppy caring! Seeing Eye Dogs is looking for homes for 45 puppies by Christmas in parts of Victoria and Queensland. Help us raise wonderful Seeing Eye Dogs for people who are blind and have low vision by becoming a volunteer puppy carer, or spreading the word to someone who may be able to give their time, patience and love to a puppy.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
If Kim's wise words have convinced you and 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 attend an information session about puppy caring.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests.
Seeing Eye Dogs instructor Yoav Ortov joins us to talk about the Seeing Eye Dogs bushwalking program and the pilot program running in Victoria. This program will help people who are blind or have low vision work with their Seeing Eye Dog or dog guide to navigate and safely enjoy bush walks and walks in nature. The program's pilot in Victoria is open to all dog guide handlers. For more information or to register your interest please email sedclients@visionaustralia.org or call 1800 03 77 73.
Then a special guest from our partner Royal Canin, Dr Bronwen MacRae chats with us about her new role as Chief Health Officer at Royal Canin, the issues facing veterinary industry and how we can support the industry.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or attend an information session about puppy caring.
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On this episode, we discuss work and play.
Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs puppy development trainer Abi Howes talking about frustrating in learning and training dogs. We talk about how to recognise frustration type behaviours and why a dog may become frustrated in training. If you have any specific questions on this topic, please reach out to your own trusted dog trainer.
Then we play an interview from the archives with Seeing Eye Dogs senior puppy development trainer Kim Rulach who gives us some recommendations on safe and good toys for your dogs to play with. We discuss what to look for, and what to avoid when buying dog toys.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do, or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or attend an information session about puppy caring.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Manager of the Petbarn Foundation Janelle Bloxsom to discuss the work of the Petbarn Foundation. We touch on the success of the Seeing Eye Dogs appeal for 2022, and this show covers some of the welfare issues facing pets in Australia and the work the foundation does with other organisations making the world a better place for pets.
For more information on the Petbarn Foundation or to support the foundation and its charity partners, head to the Petbarn Foundation website.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we're going to be talking about two different stages of dogs' lives.
Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs puppy development trainer Abi Howes talking about raising puppies through adolescence and how to get the best out of a pup going through their adolescence. We chat about the changes and get some tips for helping the pups through puberty and into early adulthood.
Then we have an excellent interview from the archives with one of Seeing Eye Dogs' vet team Dr Sue Mae Chua. In the interview we talk about caring for an ageing dog and the medical and health needs older dogs may develop.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet chats with Kylie Gersh Seeing Eye Dogs learning and development lead instructor about maintaining and reinforcing training, and motivation of learnt behaviours. We talk about how to keep up the skills your dog already knows and keeping your dog motivated through reinforcement.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews for you:
- The first is with Jen Nickols where we will talk about the Bay of Fires Adventure and the training and preparation she and her Seeing Eye Dog Nellie are doing to get ready for November's trek. We're going to talk about her connection to Seeing Eye Dogs as a handler, and motivation to raise funds. To find their fundraising page to make a donation to Seeing Eye Dogs head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website news article or head directly to their fundraising page.
- The second interview is a repeat of some vet tips from Seeing Eye Dogs veterinary and reproduction manager Dr Nicola Cotton. We're going to be chatting about looking after your dogs ears and how to prevent infections, or notice medical issues.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews for you:
- The first is with Seeing Eye Dogs puppy development trainer intern Lina Xi winner of this year's Puppy Games talking about her experience and preparation for the Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs appeal Puppy Games. In this interview we'll hear some great tips and tricks to help you raise your dog into a champion.
- The second interview is a repeat of an interview with Seeing Eye Dogs puppy development trainer Abi Howes talking about leash manners. Abi talks with us about how to get lovely walking so you can enjoy getting out and about dog-walking.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet chats with two guests.
Holly McLennan-Brown, artist of the Vision Australia Reconciliation Action Plan artwork (featured on Seeing Eye Dog harnesses and puppy coats) talks about her art and its connection to country and the name suggested for a Seeing Eye Dogs puppies. You can find Holly and her art on her Instagram @KoorieTales or on the Koorie Tales website.
You can also read about the artwork included on the harnesses and puppy coats on the Seeing Eye Dogs website. Find out about the puppy names submitted by people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander in celebration of NAIDOC week on the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
Then we are joined by puppy development trainer Emma Hedge talking about tips and tricks for walking with your puppy or dog in bush or country environments. We talk about the challenges of the different environment and how to tackle unsteady and variable terrains and the distractions of the natural settings.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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The Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs appeal Puppy Games event is back for 2022!
On this Puppy Games Special of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we're going to be joined by two guests from our partners at Petbarn.
The first is Petbarn Foundation Manager Janelle Bloxsom who will be joining us to talk about the Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs Appeal, how you can help, and about the Puppy Games event which will be available to stream on July 21, 1pm AEST. Don't forget to donate on game day to have your donation matched (up to $50k) by our partner Royal Canin, or head to a Petbarn or City Farmers store during the campaign to donate.
The second guest is Petbarn Area Manager and Seeing Eye Dogs puppy carer Kate McCormack. Kate is going to be talking to us about the appeal, and about her life as a puppy carer raising Hallie.
If you'd like to find out more about the Puppy Games or register to watch head to the Puppy Games website.
For more information or to donate to the Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs appeal head to the Petbarn Foundation website.
Don't forget we're looking for puppy carers now to raise a puppy for 6 or 12 months. If you are interested, attend a puppy caring information session. In person events coming up are on Thursday 28 July 2022 at 10am – 11.30am at Flinders Street Train Station in Vic, Thursday, 28 July 2022, 6pm-7pm at Seeing Eye Dogs site Kensington, and Wednesday, 10 August 2022, 6pm-7pm at Seeing Eye Dogs Kensington.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet talks with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Harry Evans.
Harry shares his story and his life with Seeing Eye Dog Bateman. The love between these too is very clear! Harry and Bateman also make an appearance in the Puppy Games for 2022 and have a special message to share about supporting Seeing Eye Dogs through volunteering or donating. Hope you enjoy this interview!
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
The Petbarn Seeing Eye Dogs Appeal aims to raise a record $1 million throughout July for Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dogs. Donations can be made instore at Petbarn or City Farmers as well as online. The event will stream online on Thursday 21st July at 1pm AEST, where you can hear more from Harry and SED Bateman. Donations (up to a total value of $50,000) made on 21st July will be matched by our corporate partner Royal Canin. By donating during the Puppy Games, you will help us reach that $1 million target twice as fast, which will help support teams like Harry and Bateman. Listeners can learn more by visiting www.thepuppygames.com.au
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
Don't forget that June 2022 is Radiothon! Vision Australia Radio is raising money to support radio and the production of specialist and leisure shows, and the reading of newspapers and all of the work of the radio station. Please make a donation to keep Vision Australia Radio recording and bringing shows to you. Visit Vision Australia Radio's website now to donate to Radiothon.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Peter Frank for a chat about his story, and about life with a Seeing Eye Dog. Peter has been matched with black labrador Seeing Eye Dog Anya, so we're going to talk about the adventures they have together.
If you'd like to find out about life with a Seeing Eye Dog, and hear the feel-good story of an awesome, this interview is one for you!
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
Don't forget that June 2022 is Radiothon! Vision Australia Radio is raising money to support radio and the production of specialist and leisure shows, and the reading of newspapers and all of the work of the radio station. Please make a donation to keep Vision Australia Radio recording and bringing shows to you. Visit Vision Australia Radio's website now to donate to Radiothon.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have three short segments for you: The first is with Seeing Eye Dog Instructor Brooke Anderson who will tell us about Seeing Eye Dogs youth program pilot that has been running in 2022. We're going to be chatting about what was involved, how has attended and about how you can find out more about next year's program. The second interview is a repeat of an interview with Seeing Eye Dogs Training Manager Paul Adrian talking about eligibility for a Seeing Eye Dog. We chat about who benefits from dog guide mobility and some of the things to consider for anyone interested in becoming a Seeing Eye Dogs handler. The last interview is with Vision Australia Government Relations Advisor Lesleigh Butler who has given us a bit of a preview into the upcoming webinar at Seeing Eye Dogs Advocating for your rights. That webinar hosted on Zoom is coming up on June 30th at 6.30pm AEST, for more information, registration for the event and the time zone in your region is available on the Seeing Eye Dogs website webinars page. All are welcome to attend and the event will be free.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
Don't forget that June 2022 is Radiothon! Vision Australia Radio is raising money to support radio and the production of specialist and leisure shows, and the reading of newspapers and all of the work of the radio station. Please make a donation to keep Vision Australia Radio recording and bringing shows to you. Visit Vision Australia Radio's website now to donate to Radiothon.
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Don't worry, the next episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show isn't far away. For now, dedicated Vision Australia Radio listener Sheila Blanchfield shares why she loves our radio service for people living with print disability and why she feels you should support us this Radiothon. Help this radio program stay on air for another 12 months.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we are joined by two guests.
The first is Vision Australia Orientation & Mobility specialist Cath Caddis who is taking part in the Seeing Eye Dogs Bay of Fires fundraising trek. We're going to be talking about the challenge and the track ad about how you can support her or take part yourself.
We're joined by Dr Ashe Mooney of Seeing Eye Dogs' vet team talking about skin issues in dogs.
You can register to join us for the Seeing Eye Dogs Bay of Fires Adventure on the Seeing Eye Dogs website under “How you can Help” emailing the show for more details or by calling 1300 059 686.
On this life-changing fundraising adventure you’ll experience two specialist guides who will drive, cook and lead you with care across stunning coastlines, rock formations and wetlands. Share heart-warming meals like a big chilli cook up and comfortable homestead accommodation as you adventure the 50kms of Tassie red rock coast line.
Every participant in the Seeing Eye Dogs: Bay of Fires Adventure will be required to or as a criteria of the program raise a minimum of $3,000 per person or $5,000 per pair. These funds will be pooled together to help breed, care for and train pups to become future Seeing Eye Dogs. Our program welcomes around 200 puppies every 12 months; that’s a lot of hungry mouths to feed, find volunteer carers for and train in any given year. Your support is vital to Australians who are blind or have low vision.
If you would like to support Cath and Sophie you can donate on her Seeing Eye Dogs Bay of Fires fundraising page.
It’s not too late to join the Seeing Eye Dog Bay of Fires adventure! Places are filling fast so book yours today through the Bay of Fires website.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show and podcast on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by a very special guest Dr Channy from our partner Royal Canin.
We will be talking about the life of a veterinarian, the important research conducted by Royal Canin and their work and commitment to the welfare of veterinary staff, and what people can do to support veterinarians.
Seeing Eye Dogs is supported by partner in nutrition Royal Canin who provide all of the food for puppies, Seeing Eye Dogs' breeding colony and dogs in training to become Seeing Eye Dogs.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
Name a NAIDOC Seeing Eye Dogs pup
To celebrate NAIDOC Week 2022 Vision Australia would like to extend an invitation to all clients, their families, friends, and Vision Australia partners and stakeholders, and community, who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander to submit a special name for consideration to name a Seeing Eye Dogs pup. Submitted names will have a connection to country to recognise all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.
The submitted names will be considered by a panel from Seeing Eye Dogs, including First Nations representatives and announced during NAIDOC week. Names that are chosen will need to be an appropriate fit for a Seeing Eye Dogs pup. We suggest that a name should be no more than two syllables.
To be considered, please submit your special name and a short description of how it connects to country by Thursday June 30, 2022 by sending an email to SEDClients@visionaustralia.org.
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In this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio and podcast, Harriet is joined by two guest.
First Harriet chats with Seeing Eye Dogs learning and development lead instructor Kylie Gersh about the role of choice in a dog's learning and how it can positively effect their confidence.
Then Dr Ashe from the Seeing Eye Dogs vet team gives us some information and tips on preventing and treating fleas and flea outbreaks on your dog.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
Name a NAIDOC Seeing Eye Dogs pup
To celebrate NAIDOC Week 2022 Vision Australia would like to extend an invitation to all clients, their families, friends, and Vision Australia partners and stakeholders, and community, who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander to submit a special name for consideration to name a Seeing Eye Dogs pup. Submitted names will have a connection to country to recognise all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.
The submitted names will be considered by a panel from Seeing Eye Dogs, including First Nations representatives and announced during NAIDOC week. Names that are chosen will need to be an appropriate fit for a Seeing Eye Dogs pup. We suggest that a name should be no more than two syllables.
To be considered, please submit your special name and a short description of how it connects to country by Thursday June 30, 2022 by sending an email to SEDClients@visionaustralia.org.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we are joined by two expert Seeing Eye Dog staff.
We're joined by Dr Ashe Mooney of Seeing Eye Dogs' vet team talking about bad breath and dental hygiene in dogs. This is sort of a part two to an interview from April, so we recommend listening to both to learn how to keep your dogs' oral hygiene healthy.
Then we're joined by Seeing Eye Dogs learning and development lead instructor Kylie Gersh talking about safety and welfare in interactions between dogs and kids. We talk about the considerations when introducing your dog to kids, or kids to your dogs and what to do so it's a pleasant and safe interaction for both parties.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by senior puppy development trainer Kim Rulach talking all things dog distraction. We talk about what to observe in our dogs and other dogs, how to encourage focus and reward good passes, and how to walk your dog nicely with another dog.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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In this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests for a profile and day in the life of a puppy carer in a primary school, and for some dog care tips on dental hygiene.
We are joined by puppy carer Cloe Milonopoulos to talk about her life as a puppy carer and how she manages raising Seeing Eye Dogs puppy in training Jumbo whilst working as a teacher at Moomba Park Primary School in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. In this interview, we also find out about the positive impact of the puppy on the whole school commmunity. If you're a teacher who's considered becoming a puppy carer, this interview will give you some great insight. If you're interested in puppy caring head to the puppy caring page of the Seeing Eye Dogs website to find out more.
Then Dr Ashe Mooney is back giving us some tips and information about dental hygiene for dogs. We talk about how to care for your dogs, the problems dogs may encounter with their dental hygiene and how to prevent some common issues. If you have any concerns with your dog's health, please make sure to visit your vet! If you missed our last episode introducing Dr Ashe, stream it now to find out about the experience and personality she brings to the team.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests.
Dr Ashe Mooney a new staff at Seeing Eye Dogs tells us about her life, career and path to joining Seeing Eye Dogs' vet team. We also chat about her previous and current volunteer work in kennels at Seeing Eye Dogs. We have more vet advice and health tips coming from our new staff in episodes- stay tuned!
Then we're joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Instructor and and learning and development lead Kylie Gersh who talks to us about the principles of cooperative care and giving dogs choice in their care. We talk about animal husbandry and how we can use positive training methods and rewards to give better care to our animals with their welfare in mind.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet talks to Cassie Hassall who is a Volunteer Partnerships Lead at Vision Australia as well as a Seeing Eye Dogs handler of Neesha.
We talk about a day in the life of a Seeing Eye Dogs handler and dog team, the benefits and realities of having a Seeing Eye Dog. We chat about Cassie and Neesha's partnership after two years of working together, how they've grown as a team and what Cassie has learn and enjoyed about Neesha.
Cassie also talks about her journey through Seeing Eye Dog assessment and applying for a dog. If you're interested in what a Seeing Eye Dog could do for you if you're blind or have low vision, we would encourage you to attend the free webinar on Dog Guide Mobility hosted by Seeing Eye Dogs and to reach out to the team to find out more about if a Seeing Eye Dog could help you.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet talks to Puppy Development Trainer Brit McCarthy about home behaviour. We talk about how to keep your home and belongs safe from puppies and dogs, and how to keep dogs safe from getting up to mischief! We also talk about how to train dogs out of certain areas so you can keep puppy paws out of harm's way.
Then we're joined by Senior Puppy Development Trainer Kim Rulach about resource guarding. Kim gives us information around resource guarding, recognising it and preventing those issues.
Don't forget to consult a trusted trainer for your animal as they can help provide you with the right information to suit each individual dog. If you're a Seeing Eye Dogs puppy carer, reach out to your own PDT for advice.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet talks to Seeing Eye Dogs handler Tony Clark who has Seeing Eye Dog Zorro. Tony shares his story and life working with a new Seeing Eye Dog handler working, travelling and his goals for the future.
Then we play a repeat of an interview with Chris Edwards talking tips on flying and booking flights when you're a dog guide handler. Chris is Seeing Eye Dogs handler and Vision Australia's manager of government relations, advocacy, NDIS & Aged Care.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this International Women's Day special episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by two guests.
Seeing Eye Dogs handler Nadia Mattiazzo who is CEO of Women With Disabilities Victoria talks to us about her experience as a woman who is blind, about her work and about advocacy.
Vision Australia board member and Seeing Eye Dogs volunteer Sue Banks joins us talking about her busy life between work, volunteering her time on the board and raising puppies, her family and hobbies.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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In this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we're joined by Laura King puppy development operations officer talking about how they find the best homes to set each puppy up for success. This behind the scenes look into Seeing Eye Dogs talks about how and why puppies are carefully matched with the best volunteer carers suited to them.
Then we are revisiting an interview with Seeing Eye Dogs instructor and training manager Paul Adrian talking to us about eligibility for a Seeing Eye Dog. We discuss who can be helped by a Seeing Eye Dog, and how they can help people who are blind or have low vision. If you're wondering if a Seeing Eye Dog is right for you, don't miss this interview and head to our website to discuss your circumstances with the team.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we are joined by two guests: Kezia Gray puppy raising supervisor at CNIB Guide Dogs (Canada) is back on the show! We spoke to her when she arrived in Australia to help support Seeing Eye Dogs' volunteers raising CNIB puppies in Australia. Now she is back talking about how the project went, and for a status update on the puppies who have now all travelled from Australia to Canada to continue their journey to become dog guides. Kylie Gersh learning and development lead and instructor gives us an overview of animal welfare and how it can be assessed and improved to give you a sneak peek of what you can look forward to at Seeing Eye Dogs' next webinar. On the afternoon of February 22nd, Kylie and puppy development trainer Abi will be hosting a free webinar on animal welfare. For more information about this webinar, times and registration for the webinar and information on upcoming webinars visit our webinars page. To register now for this webinar Animal welfare and your Seeing Eye Dog head to our Zoom registrations page and feel free to submit any questions you would like answered by the team. This webinar is free to attend, and all are welcome.
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 select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dog Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Monika Volpi and her Seeing Eye Dog Windsor (who doesn't say that much!). Monika shares some of the stories of her adventures with Windsor, about some amazing travels and walks they go on. We talk about some of the amazing trips the team take in Western Australia, and what it's like adventuring with a Seeing Eye Dog. You can also find their story on the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
We also air some important dog health tips from Seeing Eye Dogs veterinary and reproduction manager Dr Nicola Cotton. These tips focus on hot weather care and will help you keep your dog happy and healthy during summer.
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 in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website. If you'd like to find out more join our PALentine's day livestream Q&A event hosted by Harriet featuring puppy development trainer Abi Howes and puppy Iris or join our online puppy caring information session both on February 14th, 2022.
If you'd like to find out about welfare at Seeing Eye Dogs, tune in to our free webinar Animal welfare and your Seeing Eye Dog hosted on February 22nd, 2022. Expert staff Seeing Eye Dogs instructor Kylie Gersh and puppy development trainer Abi Howes will talk about the importance of animal welfare and maintaining the wellbeing of your Seeing Eye Dog. For more information on that webinar, or upcoming webinars in 2022 visit Seeing Eye Dogs website webinar page.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by puppy development trainer trainee Jack Lord and we talk over how to settle in a young puppy into the home. We chat tips and dos and don'ts that will help any new puppy carer or owners set their puppy up for success.
Then we have a great interview from the archives, we're joined by Seeing Eye Dogs kennels manager and vet nurse Kat Kakafikas talking about diet choices and feeding Seeing Eye Dogs. We talk about finding the best food and working out the feeding amounts for your dog as well as using food for enrichment and other treats and chews.
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 in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website. If you'd like to find out more join our PALentine's day livestream Q&A event hosted by Harriet featuring puppy development trainer Abi Howes and puppy Iris or join our online puppy caring information session both on February 14th, 2022.
If you'd like to find out about welfare at Seeing Eye Dogs, tune in to our free webinar Animal welfare and your Seeing Eye Dog hosted on February 22nd, 2022. Expert staff Seeing Eye Dogs instructor Kylie Gersh and puppy development trainer Abi Howes will talk about the importance of animal welfare and maintaining the wellbeing of your Seeing Eye Dog. For more information on that webinar, or upcoming webinars in 2022 visit Seeing Eye Dogs website webinar page.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we are joined by three guests. Jack Lord Puppy Development Trainer trainee joins us to talk about his role and the skills he brings to working with puppies and carers. Abi Howes Puppy Development Trainer gives us some information and tips on recognising separation anxiety and helping your dog be comfortable and happy when left alone. Dr Nicola Cotton Manager of Veterinary and Reproduction Manager joins us again for some more vet tips focusing on looking after your senior or ageing dog.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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Special guest Colleen Ashby comes on the show to talk to us about her life with Seeing Eye Dog Xian, her story and the book she's written and had published.
Seeing Eye Dogs handler Colleen published her book I Can See Clearly Now: The Soundtrack of My Life in 2021. It's now available on the Vision Australia Library in DAISY audio,on Audible as an audio book,on Booktopia as an eBook or audio book, or Amazon as a paperback.
In the book Colleen talks about her life from getting her heart transplant and losing her vision, to getting Xian to achieving her swimming goals. She shares some of her story with us on this show, but read her book for the whole story!
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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For the last aired show for 2021, we're joined by Ron Hooton CEO of Vision Australia to talk about the year in review at Seeing Eye Dogs and what we can look forward to in 2022.
Harriet then talks with Seeing Eye Dogs kennel attendant Leonie Picker about life at kennels. We chat about what goes on a Seeing Eye Dogs' facility in Kensington and what the dogs get up to whilst boarding or living their through their formal training.
To finish off Dr Nicola provides us with some helpful and interesting tips on young puppy socialisation. We chat about the safest ways to exercise and socialise a puppy who is not fully vaccinated minimising risks.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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In this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs show we are joined by three guests: Letisha Watson Seeing Eye Dogs service development lead joins us to chat about the achievements of the client services team and the programs on offer for clients in 2021 and 2022 including webinars and masterclass series. Find out more information about webinars and masterclass series on the Seeing Eye Dogs website. If you may be interested in applying for a Seeing Eye Dog head to our website to find out more. Chris Edwards manager of Government Relations, Advocacy, NDIS and Aged Care gives us some insights and tips for booking accommodation with a Seeing Eye Dog. As a Seeing Eye Dogs handler himself, Chris brings his personal experience to this topic, talking about how you can travel and work away from home with a Seeing Eye Dog. You can find advocacy resources such as the Stand Up For Your Rights guides on Vision Australia website's advocacy page. Then Jason Gipps from Vision Australia Radio talks to us about the Vision Australia Radio survey and how it helps VAR improve your service! Find the survey and more information about Vision Australia Radio on the VAR website.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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In this episode we're joined by three special guests.
First is Mal Monk kennel attendant and part of our released dog adoption team. We're going to be talking about what happens to the dogs who become pet dogs. We talk about the adoptions process and how we find the best homes for dogs who weren't suited for the role. If you're interested in welcoming a released Seeing Eye Dog into your home, this interview will help you work out how to get the best match for you. To find out about the dogs we have available for adoption head to our website on the current released dogs page.
Secondly we have an interview from the archives, Seeing Eye Dogs kennel attendant and vet nurse Steve Tocci comes to chat with us about some hot weather care tips for your dog. Coming into summer months, this is great information that will help you keep your dog happy and healthy.
Last but not least, we have Seeing Eye Dogs veterinarian and reproduction manager Dr Nicola Cotton with some important information about lameness and injury. Dr Nicola answers your questions about injury in otherwise healthy dogs, how to recognise any issues, seeking treatment and preventing further injury.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode we've got a mix of important veterinary information and training tips from our expert staff.
Dr Nicola Cotton, Veterinary and Reproduction Manager at Seeing Eye Dogs, gives us some important information on recognising the signs of heatstroke, preventing it and how to act if you are concerned about heatstroke. Then we talk about parasite prevention, and how to find the right protection for your dog.
Then Abi Howes, Puppy Development Trainer, is back with us talking about helping your puppy or dog settle in public. These tips are perfect for events coming up during the holiday season and can assist your dog to be happy and comfortable hanging out!
If you'd like more information on settling with Abi, last week's episode contains some home-specific settling tips which are a great place to start, that episode is available to stream online.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode we are joined by Stacey Anderson Kennel Attendant talking about bathing your dog. This chat follows on from our discussion about grooming airing last week available to listen online.
Then Harriet chats to Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howes talking about home behaviour and we get some tips for helping your dog or puppy settle in the home.
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. If you live in the North Brisbane or Sunshine Coast regions of Queensland or in Victoria in Geelong, Bendigo and select areas of metro Melbourne (listed on our Website) get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs show we are joined by three guests:
First we have Dr Max Bergmann Seeing Eye Dogs handler with dog Fawn, talking about life with a Seeing Eye Dog working on a camel farm.
Then we talk to Mark Jackman Senior Puppy Development Trainer talking about the process of naming Seeing Eye Dogs puppies. We're going to hear about the criteria, how he comes up with so many names, and gets some tips about naming your dog.
Lastly we're joined by Stacey Anderson kennel attendant chatting about grooming your dog. We'll go over the benefits of brushing your dog, how to do it (and make it a positive experience) and the types of tools you can use.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/
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In this episode Harriet talks to two guests Kate Harry and Therese Campion.
In our interview with Kate Harry, we talk about her amazing 24 years of volunteering, in recognition of her 2021 Vision Australia award. If you'd like to find out more about starting your own volunteering journey head to our website page what is puppy caring? or apply now we're currently accepting applications in parts of Victoria including Geelong, Bendigo, Whittlesea, and in the Sunshine Coast and North Brisbane regions of Queensland.
In part two of our interview with Seeing Eye Dogs Therese Campion, we continue our chat about Therese's life with Seeing Eye Dogs Yael and Bessie. Part one of our chat is available to stream on our Omny.FM page.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help please visit the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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In this episode, Seeing Eye Dogs Show host Harriet interviews three different guests.
Interview one is a day in the life of a Seeing Eye Dogs handler with Therese Campion talking about her life with Seeing Eye Dog Yael. This is part one of this chat with Therese. Stay tuned for part two!
Dr Nicola Cotton, veterinary and reproduction manager at Seeing Eye Dogs, joins us to give some health tips for dogs ears.
Then we talk to Janelle Bloxsom manager at Petbarn Foundation, about the partnership between Seeing Eye Dogs and the Petbarn Foundation, in recognition of their 2022 VA award. We speak about the amazing $5 million raised by the Petbarn Foundation during their Seeing Eye Dogs appeals, and about the Puppy Games. Keep an eye on our social media for info on the 2022 Petbarn Foundation appeal and Puppy Games or watch the 2021 Puppy Games on our Youtube.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help please visit the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs show Harriet talks to Seeing Eye Dogs handler Debbie with Zazu about hiking and exploring nature as a new team. Debbie is a first-time handler and with her Seeing Eye Dog Zazu is making the most of some beautiful natural walks.
We then talk with puppy development trainer Brit McCarthy about volunteering and raising puppies in regional Victoria. Brit is looking for some wonderful people to dedicate time and energy to raising Seeing Eye Dog puppies in Bendigo.
If you'd like to find out more about puppy caring head to the puppy caring section of the Seeing Eye Dogs website or join a puppy caring information session.
If you're interested in our October 28th webinar about using positive reinforcement register and find out more information on the webinars page. This free webinar is available to all, and will be hosted by expert staff talking about how positive reinforcement can improve your relationship with your dog.
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In honour of White Cane Day October 15, 2021 Harriet talks to Seeing Eye Dogs' learning and development lead instructor Kylie Gersh about dog guide mobility and how handlers can navigate with the assistance of a Seeing Eye Dogs. If you are blind or have low vision and wonder if a Seeing Eye Dog is right for you visit Seeing Eye Dogs' website for information for future clients which includes information about eligibility and FAQs. If you are a dog guide handler and would like to find more information about our client services webinars or masterclasses visit our website for upcoming webinars or our masterclass series to help you get the most out of your partnership.
For more information on Seeing Eye Dogs the work we do and how you can help visit our website.
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In this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs show we have two interviews. In interview one Harriet interviews Seeing Eye Dogs handler Nadia Mattiazzo about life with a Seeing Eye dog and how she navigates and negotiates access and advocacy issues. Nadia will share some stories and learnings from her life handling Olympia. If you would like more information about advocacy head to Vision Australia's Stand Up For Your Rights advocacy page.
In interview number two puppy development trainer Paige Coleman talks about puppy caring and her fabulous region of Geelong carers. If you're a Geelong resident interested in volunteering to raise puppies to become Seeing Eye Dogs check out out puppy caring information sessions listed on Seeing Eye Dogs' website.
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In this episode Harriet talks to Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howes about dog walking, how to help walk your dog, supporting them and managing distractions, and we talk dog owner courtesy to help make a positive experience for all of the dog handlers and walkers in the community.
To find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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In this episode Harriet talks to Seeing Eye Dogs Learning and Development Lead Instructor Kylie Gersh about enrichment. We're going to be talking about how to bring value to your dog's life by working out what is most enjoyable for them. Then we will be sharing a heart-warming handler story from the Seeing Eye Dogs website on handler Ollie and his Seeing Eye Dog Sadie.
To find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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In this episode Harriet talks to Seeing Eye Dogs handler Chris Edwards about his new Seeing Eye Dog Eva. We talk about the new stages of a Seeing Eye Dog and handler team, and what it's like working with your successor dog.
To find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.
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In this episode Harriet talks to Chris Edwards, Seeing Eye Dog handler and Manager Government Relations, Advocacy, NDIS & Aged Care at Vision Australia, about advocacy issues faced by dog guide handlers. We talk about self-advocacy, and the support offered by Vision Australia and resources available to inform yourself.
If you would like to find more information on your rights head to Vision Australia's Stand Up for Your Rights page.
You can also download a free guide on travelling with your Seeing Eye Dog or Dog Guide with advocacy information: travelling with your Seeing Eye Dog [Word 338KB].
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In this episode Harriet talks to Ray Lacis and Kat O'Shea breeder carers for Seeing Eye Dog stud dog Murray. Murray is one of the beautiful breeding dogs chosen to help produce further generations of wonderful Seeing Eye Dogs. We chat about what it is like being a breeder carer, and talk about so special about dogs selected such as Murray.
Seeing Eye Dogs is currently looking for breeder carers in Kensington, Flemington, North Melbourne, Ascot Vale, West Melbourne areas. If you'd like to find out more head to the breeder caring page on our website. Puppy caring is open for applications in parts of Victoria and Queensland. For More information and eligibility visit our puppy caring page.
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In this two part episode Harriet talks to Seeing Eye Dogs training manager Paul Adrian about eligibility for Seeing Eye Dogs handlers and things to consider before applying for a Seeing Eye Dog. Did you know it's not just as simple as first dog trained goes to the first handler? We're also going to be talking about the process of matching the right Seeing Eye Dog with the handler and what goes into finding which individual dog is suited to each person. For more information on Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: sed.visionaustralia.org/ or to apply for a Seeing Eye Dog: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/how-we-help/apply-for-a-seeing-eye-dog.
Part 1 of this interview: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/seeing-eye-dogs-show-16th-august-2021
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In this two part episode Harriet talks to Seeing Eye Dogs training manager Paul Adrian about eligibility for Seeing Eye Dogs handlers and things to consider before applying for a Seeing Eye Dog. Did you know it's not just as simple as first dog trained goes to the first handler? We're also going to be talking about the process of matching the right Seeing Eye Dog with the handler and what goes into finding which individual dog is suited to each person. For more information on Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: sed.visionaustralia.org/ or to apply for a Seeing Eye Dog: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/how-we-help/apply-for-a-seeing-eye-dog
Part two of this episode: https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/seeing-eye-dog-eligibility-and-matching-processes
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In this episode Harriet speaks with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Nadia Mattiazzo about her work with Women with Disabilities Victoria. We will walk about the work the organisation is doing to promote equality and inclusion for women with disabilities in the community. To find out about the work of WDV visit their website: https://www.wdv.org.au/
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Here is part two of our discussion with Paralympian Jess Gallagher. Jess dropped by in the lead up to the Seeing Eye Dogs Puppy Games to share what it takes for us to reach our goals, both puppies and people alike.
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Here is part one of our two part discussion with Paralympian Jess Gallagher. Jess dropped by in the lead up to the Seeing Eye Dogs Puppy Games to share what it takes for us to reach our goals, both puppies and people alike.
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In this episode Harriet chats to Seeing Eye Dogs puppy development Abi Howes about the Puppy Games event and we talk toy selection for dogs and puppies so you can select the right toy for your pet, Seeing Eye Dogs puppy or dog!
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In this episode Harriet talks to Janelle Bloxsom, Manager of the Petbarn Foundation, about the Puppy Games and the amazing support Petbarn gives Seeing Eye Dogs. Tune in to hear about the wonderful partnership between Seeing Eye Dogs and Petbarn!
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In this episode Harriet talks to Seeing Eye Dog handler Nadia Mattiazzo about her relationship with Seeing Eye Dog Olympia, life as a Seeing Eye Dog handler and why she became a handler. If you'd like to find out about Seeing Eye Dogs, about becoming a handler, a volunteer puppy carer or supporting the work we do head to our website: http://sed.visionaustralia.org/.
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