Seeing Eye Dogs Show, by Vision Australia Radio

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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Trigger warning: mention of Domestic Violence and Abuse

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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