by Paige on September 3, 2010
We’ve taken our puppy, Laura, to grocery shop with us a several times now and I could never imagine she’s be so good about it. When she was still pretty small we would carry her part of the time and let her walk a little bit. Now that she’s fully vaccinated, she can walk the entire time if we’re only there a few minutes. She’s getting used to the sounds and smells now. She’s perfectly okay with all of it. You could not ask for a better behaved puppy (apart from the occasional sniffs and distractions).
I’ve never minded all of the curiosity and the questions when people realize that she’s training to be a Guide Dog. People telling her that she will be a great help to someone one day and that she’s a very good and brave girl for doing such a great thing makes me so proud of her. It’s good for her to learn to greet people properly and she seems to have that built in to her personality. She’s curious but gentle and calm and waits to be told she can give kisses and sniffs.
Sometimes, however, I find myself “not noticing” that every person we pass gasps with delight and squeals, “Look at that puppy!” I feel a little guilty for kind of ignoring them and continuing to grocery shop. However, I know that there are more important things at hand than strangers – like teaching this dog properly so that she does well when she has someone’s life in her hands one day. Also, since we can only have Laura out for a short period of time if I don’t move along we’d never get the shopping done.
I’m a good chef, but there’s only so much you can do with a bag of apples and some lettuce. Sorry fellow grocery shoppers, but you’re just going to have to coo and cuddle faster.
Laura soaking up some sun
by Your News Hound on August 31, 2010
You may have already noticed on the microsite and Facebook - the new puppies (Kasper, Julia and Misty) have arrived, so it’s time to introduce them properly on the blog as well. Someone once said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Which one’s your favourite?
I'm just a playful guide dog puppy with no worries!
So much play, so little time!
What mischief could I get up to now?
by Your News Hound on August 31, 2010
Will you give a round of applause for the shy guide dog puppy Misty? Just look at her! Who could resist those sweet eyes? Have you met the other two – Kasper and Julia?
Can you resist those sweet eyes?
There is somthing interesting there. Can't wait for you! Have got to go now!
Let's all play! Where are you going, Ice? Julia is hiding behind the yellow pipe.
by Your News Hound on August 31, 2010
Please welcome, the cuddly Julia. A rare black/tan retriever cross German shepherd puppy. Some say she looks like a teddy bear. What do you think?
Would you sponsor Julia, Kasper or Misty?
Ooh, is there something yummy there?
Will you love me?
Who wants to play?
by Paige on August 14, 2010
Laura’s first visit to B&Q last week went very well. She was calm and curious. Ever the well-behaved guide dog puppy, she sat in the cart happily when we weren’t carrying her and greeted the people around her warmly but calmly. Her little eyes were everywhere as she took in all of the sights and sounds – but she was never afraid. Perfect.
Laura & Paige in B&Q
I’m always amazed how many people stop us and ask to touch her or talk to her. I’m even more amazed how many people don’t seem to notice. It’s a good thing that everyone seems to be okay with her presence but since I’m the person who will accost you and ask if I could cuddle her, it’s strange that some people don’t seem to notice her beautiful little face. As a first-time puppy walker I guess I expect her to get all of the attention all of the time.
Laura in a cart at B&Q
Don’t get me wrong, though – Laura is an exceptionally gorgeous dog (if I do say so myself) and she gets more than her fair share of attention. I just don’t see how people can keep away. Are there really people out there who don’t love puppies enough to gasp with delight every time they see one? Nah. Surely not.
At B&Q
by Your News Hound on August 7, 2010
Introducing a new litter of guide dog puppies
We are frequently asked about former Sponsor a Puppy pups and how they are progressing since their final pupdates. We are thrilled to share with everyone that former Sponsor a Puppy pup Hettie, who was taken to be a brood, has now had her first litter of pups. We are delighted to be able to show you a sneak preview of some cute pictures!
Come and have a look at the proud mum and her gorgeous pups featured on the Sponsor a Puppy website
by Paige on August 1, 2010
Laura, our first puppy to puppy walk, came to stay with us about three weeks ago and she is so lovely! She settled in very well from the first day. She gets along very well with our one year old toy poodle and our eight year old tabby cat. She is such a sweet girl.
Laura, 8 weeks old
In the first week she learned her name very quickly. She’s quite bright and pays attention very well when she’s spoken to. One of the cutest moments so far was when she got the hiccups. Watching Laura play with our little poodle is also a favorite household pastime.
We took all three animals to the vet last week (the cat for vaccinations, Laura to be weighed and our poodle for the ride) and Laura was a fast attraction. There were several people with questions about how she’ll be trained and what she will be doing as a working guide dog. She relished the attention.
Getting weighed at the vet
She is growing so fast already and with her appetite, that will most certainly continue! We are looking forward to the journey ahead!
My first day out
by Your News Hound on May 18, 2010
Guide dog puppy Gem is a beautiful black retriever cross Labrador, starting out on her journey to becoming a guide dog of the future for a blind or partially sighted person.Pictured below with her brother Gilbert. You will soon be able to sponsor her online.
by Your News Hound on May 17, 2010
Ike is a beautiful yellow Labrador cross golden retriever, starting out on his journey to become a guide dog of the future for a blind or partially sighted person. He’s very playful and one very active puppy!
That looks yummy! Whatever that is....
"I set the rules here!"
by Your News Hound on May 17, 2010
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Gilbert is our latest puppy available to sponsor! He is a beautiful yellow golden retriever cross Labrador and is just starting out on his journey to become one of our guide dogs of the future. As you can see he is very cute and one day we hope that he’ll become a life changing companion to a blind or partially-sighted person.
To sponsor a guide dog puppy for yourself or as a gift – click on the sponsor button below.
- This is what you get in your Welcome Pack: certificate, Pupdates, Sponsor a Puppy calendar and pictures of the puppy.
