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As a Puppy Raiser for Guide Dogs you will provide a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months.
“It’s so rewarding to know that the dog will go on to help people with sight loss gain independence and freedom.” – Chris, Puppy Raiser
Becoming a puppy raiser is a role unique to Guide Dogs. It's time intensive and suits homes where individuals, couples or family members can ensure that one of our precious puppies is looked after 24/7 - from 8 weeks old for around 14 months, so they have the necessary skills to become a future guide dog. It’s a challenging role but the sense of accomplishment is indescribable. In this role, individuals or households will ‘guide’ their puppy throughout their formative years, so they’re generally trained and well socialised - at home, outside, and in various situations - so they can learn and adapt to different environments.
Supporting visually impaired people and their families to live the life they choose.
Sarah King
0777 5016 153
Sarah.King@guidedogs.org.uk
www.guidedogs.org.uk
Please contact us to discuss any access requirements
Ideally the volunteer will:
Be able to handle large breed dogs (around 25-40kg)
Have access to a car on a weekly basis for training and vet visits
Have your own home or written permission to have a dog in the home
Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, especially first thing in the morning and last thing at night
Be able to access online content and training materials (you will need your own email address)
Volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time you will get:
A dedicated volunteer manager/key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with us.
The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home.
The opportunity to learn and develop your understanding in dog body language, learning theory, the human animal bond and the life of a Guide Dog.
No
18+
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