Seeing Eye Dogs Show, by Vision Australia Radio

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: [email protected] or phone: 0437 780 785 or Jacqui Birchall via email: [email protected] or phone: 0482 162 827. For any questions on Seeing Eye Dogs client services programs contact: [email protected]

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 [email protected] 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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