Seeing Eye Dogs

Seeing Eye Dogs

Posted under Living With Low Vision, Low Vision Info

These days, the visually impaired have a variety of tools to help them through their day. A range of assistive technology, like portable text-to-speech devices, or desktop reading machines (CCTV’s). However, there’s been one invaluable tool that pre-dates modern technology: seeing eye dogs. These little buddies are specially trained to support their blind companions by keeping them out of traffic, away from obstacles, and safely to their destination.

There’s a special team of volunteers in Orange County who equip puppies with obedience, social skills, etc; These puppies will be placed with committed families who continue training throughout the early months of their lives. Discover how these incredible dogs learn to navigate the blind through a busy world in this amazing article.

http://www.ocregister.com/articles/dogs-671829-puppies-valenti.html
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