Seeing Eye Dogs Show, by Vision Australia Radio

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 two 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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