Guide Dogs - Sponsor A Puppy

You can help train new guide dogs this Christmas!

It takes a very special dog to be a guide dog - they help to give those affected by sight loss independence and a loving, loyal companion. Well known charity, Guide Dogs, needs more support to keep training new puppies in this important work.

Changing people's lives

Every hour, one person in the UK suffers sight loss. Each year, Guide Dogs breeds around 1,000 puppies who will undertake the intense training required to become a guide dog.

There are almost 5,000 guide dogs in the UK, but many more are needed. Training a guide dog puppy takes years, costs around £50,000, and relies on the hard work and support of many different people. That's why Guide Dogs needs the help of the public to help make it happen - and their popular 'Sponsor a Puppy' scheme is one way they do that.

New puppies for Christmas 2020 - makes a perfect gift!

We were thrilled to see the introduction of three new puppies that you can sponsor!

Their names are Poppy, Alfie and Harry - you can learn more about them in the videos below and on the Guide Dogs website. It's also possible to sponsor the puppy of your choice as a gift for a loved one - perfect for an original and unique present at Easter or any time of year.

Learn more about the adorable, Ginger

Ginger - just six weeks old in the video below - is so full of confidence. This little Christmas treat is bright and extremely lovable and just getting started with her training. Eve would love to have your help!


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Learn more about the amazing, Marley

Marley is just eight-weeks old in this video. Adorable puppy Marley has a bubbly personality and a really waggy tail - he also loves to play in the garden with his friends.


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Learn more about Sprout

Sprout is six-weeks old in this video - we are sure you'll agree he's a very handsome pup and would make a lovely Christmas gift. This shining star is as cute as they come. He loves finding new smells as he frolics through the leaves.


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More fun facts about Ginger, Marley and Sprout

Ginger

Breed: Golden retriever cross Labrador

In the video of Ginger she's only about six weeks old. As you can see she has a bold and energy filled personality and enjoys exploring around the play area. She needs the support of people like you to help her complete her guide dog training. You can also sponsor Ginger - or any guide dog - for a loved one as a gift. Ginger's favourite toy is a rope you can play tug-of-war-with.

Marley

Breed: Golden retriever cross German shepherd

Marley is certainly inquisitive, likes adventure and is also about eight weeks old in his video. He loves having his finding new places to explore. When Marley completes his training, he'll play a vital role in changing the life of someone with sight loss and you can print a photo as soon as you sponsor him. He loves his yellow key chewable toy!

Sprout

Breed: Golden retriever cross Labrador

Sprout, also about six weeks old, is a remarkably handsome pup! When sponsor him, you'll have the privilege of seeing the progress of his training journey and print your personalised certificate right away. He loves to play tug of war and running through the autumn leaves! He adores playing with his blue teddy toy.

Training amazing dogs

Guide dog puppies spend their first year living with a volunteer, learning basic commands and getting used to being around other people. Then it’s off to guide dog training school to learn the skills needed to guide a blind person. At about 20 months, dogs are matched with an owner and move into their new home.

Sponsorship starts from just £1 a week.

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View our guide dogs slideshow

Guide dogs are trained to assist and lead people who are visually impaired.During the training process, guide dogs learn how to negotiate all sorts of obstactles that present everyday problems to people who are visually impaired.Some people compare the owner / handler of the guide dog to a navigator of an aeroplane. The dog takes the role of the pilot, making sure that they get there with no accidents.Guide dogs also help to increase the owners fitness levels, as the increased walking time that a guide dog can offer means more general exercise.It was during the First World War, in Germany, that the original training schools for guide dogs were founded.Not many people know that the initial breed that were used for guide dogs in the UK were the breed of German ShepherdGuide dogs are allowed by law to go into all the places that their handlers need to go.It is well known that having a guide dog, gives a visually impaired person increased confidence.The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association began its life in the year 1934.Like the UK, in the USA no business or place that provides access to the public can stop a guide dog entering.Other benefits to the owners of guide dogs include a reduction in stress, security and a strong bond through the companionship.The owners of guide dogs often view these amazing animals, not as working dogs, but as friends that are very loyal.

More information about the charity

Working all over the country

Guide Dogs have four training centres around the UK, and 20 teams across the country. There are around 1,200 staff and more than ten thousand volunteers.

Campaigning for change

As well as training guide dogs, they campaign for better resources and facilities for visually-impaired people, to increase their freedom and independence. They also teach people how to look after their eyes, and sponsor research into ways to preserve sight. 

Making a difference to children

They also provide buddy dogs for blind and partially sighted children too. Buddy dogs make a huge difference to children’s lives, building their confidence, giving them a companion, and improving their communication and mobility skills.

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