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March 03, 2026

Episode 227 - Life With Buddy Dogs

38 minutes

In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of Limitless, Shawn sits down with Tom and Julie, two blind and low vision youth who share their lives with very special “career-change” canines: Bambi and Potter (yes, that Potter).

They dive into what a “buddy dog” really is and how it’s different from a Guide Dog and why these dogs are perfect partners for kids and teens who aren’t quite ready (or old enough) for a Guide Dog. You’ll hear about tandem bike runs with Bambi, an 80‑pound snack-loving Potter, sibling “custody battles” over who gets the dog, and what it’s like to go from being nervous around dogs to not imagining life without one.

Blind Beginnings’ mission is to inspire children and youth who are blind or partially sighted and their families through diverse programs, experiences, counseling and peer support, and opportunities to create fulfilling lives. Visit us online at www.blindbeginnings.ca to find out more.

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