msquebanh, 23 days ago to Dogs

New entry requirements for #dogs travelling #from Canada to the #UnitedStates could make life more difficult for people who use service or #GuideDogs, advocates fear.

Under updated guidelines to reduce the spread of #rabies announced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention #CDC, a slew of new requirements for dogs crossing the border that vary based on a dog's age, country of origin & #travel history.

The rules apply to #ServiceDogs as well as #pets.

https://www.cbc.ca/amp/1.7207647

ahimsa_pdx, 3 months ago to oregon

"Love puppies? Portland-area volunteers needed to raise future guide dogs"

"Want to raise a guide dog?

Guide Dogs for the Blind is looking for temporary homes for about two dozen puppies that will be placed with Portland-area families in mid-May."

https://www.oregonlive.com/living/2024/02/love-puppies-portland-area-volunteers-needed-to-raise-future-guide-dogs.html

Register to attend introductory meetings:

https://www.guidedogs.com/volunteering/puppy-raising

#Oregon #Portland #PDX #Dogs #GuideDogs #Volunteer

HMinchin, 11 months ago to Dogs

TIL there were guide dogs in medieval Europe!

This image from a 13th century French manuscript in the British Library shows a blind man being lead by a dog.

Hooray for Dr Krista Milna, who researches this topic and has just been awarded a grant to do more!

#GuideDogs #Dogs #Disability #Medieval #History

BlindGirlVlogs83, 11 months ago to mentalhealth

Why environmental enrichment is crucial for my guide dog. #GuideDogs #wellness #happiness #blind #environmentalEnrichment

https://blindgirlblogsapp.wordpress.com/2023/07/05/the-power-of-environmental-enrichment-for-my-guide-dog/