Guide Dogs is a charity which supports the blind and visually impaired
A quick school run, lessons in safety and walking, break times and plenty of kibble - that is all in a day's work for a trainee guide dog.
“On average we look at between six to nine months of training. That covers every aspect of what a dog needs to learn before they get matched with a potential new owner. Much like school, the trainee dogs are dropped off in the morning by their fosterers, go through lessons, enjoy break times in the fields and play area - so they become the best they can be. At the end of the day they are picked up and go home for rest and relaxation.
“He comes in at 8am and we pick him up at 3pm. If we have any problems, like we can’t pick him up or drop off, the trainer can come and collect him or drop him off - there is no issue with that." The couple admitted that although it is tough to watch the dogs go, they know they have an important job to do and it brings them great pride to see them go on and succeed. Despite getting attached to the dog, when they move on "they are giving someone independence, confidence to go out in the world and do good, and that is the only thing that keeps us going,” explained Margaret.
“We did a lot of recruitment for puppy raisers last year and now we are getting to the point where they are coming in for their formal training,” she told the M.E.N. “So now we are looking for people who can look after them in their homes. The matching process involves a home check to make sure the house matches the dog’s personality - for example a dog that does not like travelling would not go to a home far away. For fosterers, the charity Guide Dogs covers the cost of all the food, veterinary care and equipment required for each dog and provides full training and support.
Kim is still as dedicated today as she was all those years ago. She even admitted she still sheds a tear of joy when she sees her dogs, such as Princess , do incredible things.
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