On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet chats with Claire Crewe puppy development trainer at Seeing Eye Dogs talking about helping your dog through some potentially scary and weird things. In recognition of Halloween, we’re going to talk about how to recognise when your dog may be uncertain of weird and novel things, and what you should do. As always, this is only general information and if you have problems, please talk to your trusted trainer for advice.

Then, Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs’ Vet Team joins us talking about two health topics. We chat about some of the sweet treats around at Halloween and what to be mindful of, and then we’re going to talk a bit about ear infections.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet talks with Seeing Eye Dogs Veterinary and Reproduction Manager Dr Nicola Cotton about breeding program strategy and exciting new building works at Seeing Eye Dog kennels in Kensington. We cover a lot of interesting behind the scenes around selecting the breeding dogs from our program, how they decide the best pairings to create future seeing eye dogs, and how we use science and data plus trends to produce Seeing Eye Dogs that meet the changing needs of our clients and their environments.

Then Dr Nicola tells us about the renovation project at Seeing Eye Dogs' site in Kensington. We talk about the ‘boarding centre renovation’ and the plans for some new purpose built kennels being built.

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 in parts of NSW, QLD and VIC, and breeder carers in parts of metro Melbourne. 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 is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Lucia Corradi who is a massage therapist based in New South Wales. They talk about her life, her story, and her partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Aura. Aura is approaching retirement age so we chat about their life together and about what might come next for Aura’s retirement and Lucia’s future Seeing Eye Dog story.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

If you are blind or have low vision and would like to find out about if a Seeing Eye Dog is right for you or to apply, chat to our team on 1800 03 77 73 or 03 9381 6400 or contact us by email [email protected].

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet chats with Jake Brown Senior Puppy Centre Attendant at Seeing Eye Dogs talking about the puppy centre confidence course. We’re going to chat about the confidence course, what’s involved and what skills it teaches our puppies and how. Then we have a repeat of an interview with Senior Instructor Justin Marshall.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

If you are blind or have low vision and are considering applying for a Seeing Eye Dog, head to our website to find out more or contact us on by calling 1800 037 773 or email [email protected]. If you're a current Seeing Eye Dog handler and you would like additional follow up support, please reach out to your instructor.

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In this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Clare Opie who was part of our recent life-changing connections graduation event. Claire was partnered with Seeing Eye Dog Mabel earlier this year. We talk about the event, her story and her experience as a first time dog guide user.

Then we replay an interview from the archives with Paige Coleman Puppy Development Trainer, talking about managing multiple animals in a household and influencing the calm behaviour you’d like in the home.

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by a Seeing Eye Dogs handler who has an extraordinary adventure to tell us about. Debbie King with Seeing Eye Dog Zazu has come back on the show to talk about their six months living in Canada taking in all the skiing and snow that the northern hemisphere has to offer. We’re also going to talk about their partnership, and how it’s evolved over the last two years.

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews for you:

• Claire Crewe Seeing Eye Dogs Puppy Development Trainer talks to show host Harriet Moffat about cooperative carer and its benefits, and the roll out of the program for puppy carers. This exciting development will teach puppies essential skills to help them be comfortable and confident being handled.
• We share an interview hosted by Peter Greco with retired Seeing Eye Dogs Instructor Harry Vanderjagt. Harry has been on the show before during his days at Seeing Eye Dogs, so we wanted to share this interview where he discusses the Golden Harness award he received from Dog Guide Handlers Australia (DGHA) in recognition of his contribution to the dog guide industry.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by three guests.

Puppy Development Trainers Jack Lord and Lina Xi join us talking about their training in the puppy development diploma, what they've learnt and some highlights and challenges of the role.

Then Catherine Kennedy from People2People Recruitment joins us talking about the OZTOPDOG Competition and the benefits of having dogs in the workplace. OZTOPDOG Competition is a competition for dogs with jobs or dogs who attend offices, rewarding those 'good boys' for their great work. If you have a Seeing Eye Dog or puppy, or bring your dog into the office, why not enter them in the competition for a chance to have your efforts recognised and even win some fun dog prizes!

Then we play a snippet of an older interview with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Peter Frank talking about his story and life with Seeing Eye Dog Anya. Peter and Anya's story is available to listen in full on our OMNY.FM.. The team were recently featured in the Petbarn Foundation Seeing Eye Dogs appeal for 2023. We want to also thank everyone who supported the appeal which raised $1.35 million over the month of July 2023.

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! It's an incredibly rewarding experience, with training provided. Carers need time, patience and love to give to a puppy, so if you want to commit to a year of puppy raising, we would love your help. 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 is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Lynn Potter talking about her life with her Seeing Eye Dog Hector and her story.

Then we play a repeat of an interview with Senior Puppy Development Trainer Kim Rulach talking about selecting safe and Seeing Eye Dog suitable toys for your dog.

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! It's an incredibly rewarding experience, with training provided. Carers need time, patience and love to give to a puppy, so if you want to commit to a year of puppy raising, we would love your help. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.

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