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Seeing Eye Dogs Show

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3 Seasons

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73 Episodes

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By Vision Australia

Explores the work of Vision Australia's Seeing Eye Dogs division in making life easier for people with blindness and low vision.

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2024 Season

Episodes

  1. Two dogs and two children wearing Santa hats in a sleigh loaded with presents.
    2024. Holiday season tips and youth program

    29 mins

    Tips for managing guide dogs around social events, and all about the Seeing Eye Dogs Youth Program.

  2. A human hand holds an outstretched dog's paw.
    2024. Puppy development training, enrichment games and tips

    28 mins

    An expert gives guide dog puppy training tips including games and indoor activities.

  3. Exterior medium close-up from side-on of the shoulders and head of a golden retriever dog, its mouth open, panting.
    2024. Holiday events and hot weather care of dogs

    28 mins

    Experts give tips on managing guide dogs at holiday events and protecting dogs in hot weather.

  4. Close-up of the head of a white Labrador dog, outdoors, looking alert.
    2024. Recall tips and good condition

    28 mins

    Vision Australia staff discuss training good recall in guide dogs and maintaining their condition.

  5. From the side, a Seeing Eye Dog walking on-leash with its instructor, a young woman in slacks and dark jacket.
    2024. Life of an Instructor, with Katie

    28 mins

    A Seeing Eye Dogs mobility Instructor talks of their journey, from training to retirement.

  6. A white Labrador puppy is held gently by a young man, whose face is obscured by a peaked cap.
    2024. Life of a puppy carer: Angela with Kirrip

    1 mins

    Experiences of someone raising a puppy to hopefully become a Seeing Eye Dog.

  7. Exterior shot of a black guide dog, side-on, on a leash held by (lower half seen of) owner also carrying a white cane.
    2024. Shelley and Evan's story, Brooke talking equipment

    29 mins

    Features perspectives of a Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dog handler and an equipment expert.

  8. Close-up of the underside of two paws of a probably medium-large dog which is lying on its side on a footpath or patio.
    2024. Lily and Prince, vet tips on arthritis

    28 mins

    Lived experience on working with Seeing Eye Dogs and advice on dealing with their arthritis.

  9. A long a shot of a creek or small river with hikers crossing it on a footbridge. In the background are snow-peaked mountains.
    2024. Vaughan and Scooter take Trek for Vision

    A dog handler speaks on his partnership with his Seeing Eye Dog and their forthcoming Trek for Vision NZ.

  10. Close-up of the head of a harnessed Labrador, side-on, its nose pressing the walk button at a pedestrian crossing.
    2024. Vicki and Farrah's story

    26 mins

    Dog handler Vicki talks of her life and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Farrah.

  11. Side view of young woman in beanie, coat and sunshades sitting on a park bench with a large black seeing eye dog in a harness sitting patiently on the ground next to her.
    2024. International Women's Day special 2024

    40 mins

    Seeing Eye Dog handlers speak about International Women's Day 2024 and its inclusion theme.

  12. A Labrador puppy with its head resting on its front paws
    2024. Sophie and Winnie's story and 100K Your Way

    29 mins

    Meet Winnie the dog, not Winnie the Pooh.

  13. Guide dog - cream-coloured, long-haired, sits on a park pathway with the male owner crouching alongside holding its harness. A white cane rtests against the owner's leg, his left hand on the dog's flank.
    2024. Vet tips - parasites, breeding program strategy

    29 mins

    Expert tips on identifying and treating dog parasites, and how to breed world-class dog guides.

  14. A black seeing eye dog wearing a coloured guide jacket looks over its shoulder towards the camera. Behind it we can see the shginy nose cone and wing of a jet airliner.
    2024. IGDD Giving Day, Kennel Cough and Recall

    29 mins

    Experiences of training, looking after the health of, and raising money for, Seeing Eye Dogs.

  15. Poster for International Guide Dog Day 2024 featuring those words in white above a white Labrador looking directly at the camera, and on an orange background the dim figures of owners bending to dogs.
    15. IGDD Special 1: Paul talking dog guide mobility

    29 mins

    Dog Guide mobility is expertly discussed to mark International Guide Dog Day.

  16. Poster for International Guide Dog Day 2024 featuring those words in white above a white Labrador looking directly at the camera, and on an orange background the dim figures of owners bending to dogs.
    16. IGDD special 2: Damo and Jenna's story, and transition to your successor dog

    30 mins

    An experienced Seeing Eye Dog handler tells his own story of transition to a new dog.

  17. Montage of photos of vets at work with animals, with at centre the words "World Vet Day 2024".
    2024. World Vet Day and inclusive volunteering

    29 mins

    The role of vets on World Vet Day 2024, and lived experience of a blind volunteer dog carer.

  18. A woman is cuddled by a girl on her knee, a large Braille book open on the girl's knee. The woman is smiling and has her eyes closed.
    18. Mother's Day special - Nicole and Annie

    29 mins

    In the leadup to Mother's Day, two mothers who are dog guardians share experiences.

  19. Scene at Vision Australia's dog care centre showing rehabilitation pool, a handler leading a large dog into the pool with other people watching from the other side of the pool.
    2024. Jessica - training and dog care; Dog Care Centre opening

    29 mins

    Interviews with a Seeing Eye Dog carer, and experts discussing an important new centre.

  20. 2024. Puppy caring as a teacher - Leisha Watson

    29 mins

    A puppy carer and teacher shares experiences of volunteering and bringing puppies to school.

  21. White Labrador puppy being cuddled in the arms of a young man, face partly concealed under a baseball cap, but we see him kissing the top of the pup's head.
    2024. Puppy caring as a family with Tamara, Lee & Julian

    30 mins

    Members of a volunteer Seeing Eye Dog puppy caring family discuss their experiences.

  22. Medium close-up of a long-haired Golden Retriever dog wearing a coat, wintry sunlight shafting across its face.
    2024. Volunteer story: Anja, and vet tips with Dr Ashe

    28 mins

    Experiences of a Seeing Eye Dog volunteer trainer, and a vet's cold weather dog care tips.

  23. A large black-and-tan dog sits contentedly next to someone whose trousered legs we can just see seated at an ergonomic work chair.
    2024. Puppies at the Physio: carer story with Paul, and Vet Tips with Dr Ashe

    30 mins

    Expert advice on taking Seeing Eye Dogs to the workplace, and gait irregularities.

  24. Close-up of white Labrador dog's head, looking alert aly towards slightly beyond and above the camera. Blurred outdoor setting behind.
    2024. Kerry and Seeing Eye Dog Pearl's story

    29 mins

    A Seeing Eye Dogs handler speaks of her positive experience with the program.

  25. A cream Labrador side-on, seated on a tiled floor looking up at the camera. It wears a yellow and blue Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dog harness with the words "Puppy in Training" and a white letter L in a black box.
    2024. Lizzie's and Lacey's story, NAIDOC pup names, puppy caring and vet tips

    29 mins

    Dog handling, naming, caring and conditioning tips - from the experienced and expert.

  26. Black and white puppies fast asleep on a blue rug next to a toy hamburger made of fabric.
    2024. Thayana and Shaylah's story, and NAIDOC Week

    27 mins

    Experiences of a Seeing Eye Dog handler, and puppies given special Aboriginal names for NAIDOC Week.

  27. Medium shot of a dog playing with toys held by a young man, on the floor with his back against a sofa, other furniture and a sunny window in the background.
    2024. Rainy day activities for your dog

    28 mins

    Suitable wet weather dog activities and puppy caring experiences.

  28. An older white labrador sits on the floor, relaxed with front paws crossed in front, looking at the camera with mouth slightly open.
    2024. Life and retirement of a Seeing Eye Dog mum

    28 mins

    Life in retirement for a Seeing Eye Dog breeder dog, and the work of breeder carers.

  29. A young white lab puppy peers over some leaves, with other flowers and foliage blurred in the background.
    2024. Puppy carer story: Jane

    29 mins

    A Seeing Eye Dogs puppy carer shares experiences of her life and school visits.

  30. A silky-haired brown dog sits on a bench holding up its paw as a carer trims its fur and nails.
    2024. Grooming tips for your dog, and Youth Program

    28 mins

    Dog grooming tips from a top trainer, and a program to enhance the skills of young dog guide users.

  31. A child's hand palm downwards in an upturned large adult palm.
    2024. Father's Day special Gift, and Cam's story

    29 mins

    Special Father's Day stories from two dads with Seeing Eye Dogs.

  32. Viewed from slightly above, a white labrador-terrier cross dog sits in harness at a park bench being stroked by a young woman seated on the bench bending forwards.
    2024. The life of stud dog Robbie and his carers Hilary and Peter

    28 mins

    Seeing Eye Dog breeder carers talk about their work with Vision Australia.

  33. Close-up from slightly side-on of the head of a white labrador, looking alert.
    2024. Phoebe and Angie's story, Youth Program, Jack and training

    29 mins

    Seeing Eye Dog handlers and trainers share experiences, opportunities and tips.

  34. Dozens of graduates throw their mortarboard hats exuberantly up into the blue sky.
    2024. Graduation special: Nemoy and Benji, Youth Program, Jasmine and Mikey

    28 mins

    Special featuring Seeing Eye Dogs and handlers graduating from the Vision Australia course during the year.

  35. Colour shot of Japan's Mt Fuji, with low green bushes and lake in foreground, snow-capped peak against a blue sky with a few light clouds.
    2024. Jo and Phil's story and trip to Japan

    29 mins

    A Seeing Eye Dog handler shares some of her life and travel experiences.

  36. Head and front loegs of white labrador dog, sleeping on its side on a blanket.
    2024. Life of puppy carer Amanda, and vet chat on kennel cough

    29 mins

    A Seeing Eye Dog puppy carer shares insights, and a vet talks of a common condition.

  37. A woman crouches, smiling to camera, on a pedestrian crossing with a cream-coloured labrador in harness.
    2024. Alayna and Joey's story and volunteering at kennels

    28 mins

    A Seeing Eye Dog handler and kennel support volunteer shares experiences and insights.

  38. Exterior, a small white Labrador puppy with a red spotted neckerchief sits up on the grass to receive a treat from a human hand above.
    2024. Selecting suitable Seeing Eye Dog candidates with Kylie

    An expert Seeing Eye Dogs trainer shares insights into the training, review and selection process.

  39. Purple on white logo with graphic of larger and smaller dogs seated alongside in large symbols K9 and smaller underneath ASSISTANCE.
    2024. K9 Assistance Singapore, exciting updates and Cassandra's new Seeing Eye Dog

    28 mins

    Interviews with the latest Seeing Eye Dogs experiences and information - from Australia and Singapore.

  40. Group shot of participants in Vision Australia's Trek for Vision 2024, New Zealand - smiling in hats and walking clothes, some holding a banner for the trek, one holding a dog in harness. Display board and bush behind them.
    2024. Lucia and Luna, NSW Roadshow and Client Services with Paul

    30 mins

    An adventurous partnership between a handler and her dog, plus events and expert advice.

  41. Closeup of large white dog's snout, wet tongue hanging out.
    2024. Heat safety tips for dogs and Training Dog Care volunteer story

    29 mins

    Expert tips on dog care in hot weather, and experiences of volunteering in care for dogs in training.

  42. Young woman crouches alongside footpath fence, her large white dog straining slightly against its leash. The woman is smiling.
    2024. Solving problem behaviours with Kylie

    29 mins

    Expert tips on dealing with problem dog behaviours.

  43. Interior, in front of a clothes drying rack a dachshund sits on a rug obediently waiting for a treat held just above its head by a young woman kneeling on the floor facing it.
    2024. Enrichment that prepares for the holiday season

    28 mins

    An expert trainer shares tips and behaviour exercises for dogs when it's too hot to go out.

  44. On a wooden footbridge surrounded by trees, walking towards camera is a young woman in casual clothes and sunshades, holding the harness of a large brown dog leading her.
    2024. Free running, travelling with a Seeing Eye Dog and advocacy tips

    28 mins

    Expert holiday-time tips for handling dogs, travelling with them and blindness-low vision advocacy.

  45. White Labrador dog sits on sofa with young man playing guitar. They look serenely at each other.
    2024. Settling tips with Abi and Kylie

    29 mins

    Expert tips to help get dogs of all ages settled into different homes and working places.

  46. Closeup across two archery targets, the nearest one at centre right with an arrow in the centre of the yellow bullseye.
    2024. Katy and Bowie's story

    28 mins

    A Seeing Eye Dogs handler shares insights from her life and interesting studies and interests.