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23 March 2012 11:13

Guide Dogs supports introduction of compulsory microchipping for dogs in Northern Ireland

Guide Dogs has welcomed the introduction of compulsory microchipping for dogs in Northern Ireland from 9 April. Now the charity wants to see the Westminster government follow this lead.

15 March 2012 09:23

Guide Dogs appeals for mums this Mother's Day!

Being a mum is one of the most important jobs in the world and at Guide Dogs that's never been more true. We rely on a network of volunteers to look after guide dog mums in their homes and care for future guide dogs in their first weeks of life, so these volunteers really are super mums!

9 March 2012 09:31

Guide Dogs launches new sensory experience at Crufts

The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association has unveiled its new Sensory Tunnel at Crufts. Visitors to Crufts are able to walk through the pitch black tunnel and experience a taste of life without sight. People can smell freshly mown grass and hear traffic and countryside noises. Under their feet, they can feel a surface that simulates grass and a Braille pavement.

9 March 2012 07:36

Taking the lead

Last Wednesday I travelled to Swindon to spend the day with my colleague Becky who works in and around Swindon as a children's mobility instructor. Attached to the local education authority, Becky's role is completely funded by Guide Dogs. In the morning we visited some of Becky’s pupils at Uplands school for children with complex needs...