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Guide Dogs UK Guide Dogs UK is the world's largest guide dog organisation. We couldn’t continue our vital work without your help. We are the charity Guide Dogs. Live well.

Our expert staff, volunteers and life-changing guide dogs help people with sight loss live the life they choose. And we’re here to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. Children and adults. Friends and family. Whoever you are, our expert staff, volunteers and life-changing dogs are here to help you:

Live actively. Our people and dogs can help you get out and about with confidence

, going wherever school, work, or play takes you – and knowing that your sight loss won’t hold you back. Live independently. The advice and skills we provide will give you the freedom to live life on your own terms, in your own way, so that you can achieve your hopes and ambitions, and do all the things that make you… you. Our experience and understanding can help you through the emotional challenges of sight loss as well as the practical ones, introducing you to an inspiring community of people with similar experiences and giving you the support you need to be your best self. We have an amazing community of over 15,500 volunteers across the UK. We’re also almost entirely reliant on donations to continue our life-changing work. There are many different ways you can support us, find out more at guidedogs.org.uk. Please read our Privacy Policy here: guidedogs.org.uk/privacy-policy

23/06/2026

Our World Cup Puppy Predictor is back!

Today, guide dog puppy Texas has a tough decision to make...

England? or Scotland? Who will have the more memorable World Cup journey?

Who do you think Texas will choose? 👇

[*Please note video footage was captured earlier in the month when the weather was much cooler.

Video description: Guide dog puppy Texas, a black Labrador cross golden retriever, is introduced by a member of staff. The camera pans to England and Scotland flags attached to a fence in a grassy area at our National Centre. A yellow football sits between them, with football boots and a trophy perched above. Texas reappears, running around before the flags are shown in close-up. He then trots towards the Scotland flag, stopping to investigate it.]

Step into the dark and see the world differently. 🌙This October, join Guide Dogs for the launch of our unique 10K night ...
22/06/2026

Step into the dark and see the world differently. 🌙

This October, join Guide Dogs for the launch of our unique 10K night walk and experience the world from a different perspective, whilst raising vital funds for people with sight loss. 💛

As darkness falls, every step you take will help support people with sight loss to live the life they choose.

📍 Dinton Pastures Country Park
📅 Saturday 17 October 2026
✨ FREE to enter

Take on the night and change lives 👉 https://bit.ly/4euoHzX

[Image Description: Close up of person tying laces of walking boot, they are wearing a bright coloured coat and in walking gear.]

Happy Father's Day! 💛Stan is one of our amazing stud dogs, helping to bring the next generation of guide dogs into the w...
21/06/2026

Happy Father's Day! 💛

Stan is one of our amazing stud dogs, helping to bring the next generation of guide dogs into the world, including sponsored puppy Stanley.

Every puppy's journey begins with incredible dogs like Stan and the dedicated Breeding Dog Volunteers who care for them.

Here's to all the incredible dog dads and volunteers who help give future guide dogs the best start in life.

To learn more about caring for a stud dog, follow this link 👉 https://bit.ly/4uxeusl

[Visual Description: Image one shows black Labrador Stan looking up at the camera. Image two shows a black Labrador cross golden retriever puppy, Stanley, who is asleep.]

20/06/2026

The next puppy milestone: Moving in with a Fosterer! 💛

Fosterers provide a loving home for dogs-in-training during evenings, weekends, and after school.

By opening your home, Fosterers help ensure every dog receives the care, stability and support they need to reach their full potential.

Are you ready to foster the next generation of guide dogs? Follow this link to become a Fosterer, and be part of a dog's incredible journey 👉 https://bit.ly/4eL6gbu

[Visual Description: The video opens on a black Labrador walking towards the camera. It quickly cuts to a yellow Labrador and then a white Labradoodle. A Fosterer sits on a chair and strokes a black Labrador, and another Fosterer strokes a yellow Labrador. In the garden, the Fosterers play with the dogs. The yellow Labrador jumps out of the back of a car and a Guide Dogs staff member speaks to the Fosterer. More clips of Fosterers interacting with their dogs are shown and then the yellow Labrador runs about freely. A service user walks down the street with a fully qualified guide dog. The video ends with a Fosterer stroking a dog.]

Mark thought losing his sight would mean giving up the life he loved...Instead, with guide dog Mary by his side, he buil...
20/06/2026

Mark thought losing his sight would mean giving up the life he loved...

Instead, with guide dog Mary by his side, he built his own gym and continues to help others achieve their goals. 🦮

"As soon as she came on the scene, she helped so much. She’s so life-enhancing, and she fills my life with purpose. She gives me a reason to get up in the mornings and she supports me emotionally all of the time.”

This June, your everyday movement can help support more life-changing partnerships just like theirs.

👑 Complete the Don8Days challenge on Strava.

🚶 Unlock a £50 donation, funded by Postcode Lottery.

💛 Choose Guide Dogs.

Sign up today: https://bit.ly/4uA7prZ

[Image Description: Four images: Image one: guide dog owner walking towards camera with guide dog (black Labrador) in harness walking beside him. Image two: guide dog owner sat in the gym, his guide dog (black Labrador) is sat looking up at him. Image three: guide dog owner knelt down on grass, next to his guide dog (black Labrador) in harness sat next to him. Image four: close up of guide dog (black Labrador) laying down next to owners feet.]

19/06/2026

Earlier this week, guide dog Puppy Predictor Dieter tried his paw at predicting the England vs Croatia World Cup match result on Heart FM. Now our youngest pup gets a turn ⚽

We're backing both England and Scotland this World Cup, and Puppy Predictor squad member, German Shepherd Vegas, is ready for kick-off. With a name like Vegas, she's perfectly placed to make this prediction!

Which team does she think will score the most goals in the tournament? England or Scotland? Let us know whether you agree with her prediction below…

[Video description: Two flags, England and Scotland, are attached to a fence in a grassy area at our National Centre. A yellow football sits between the flags, with a pair of football boots and a trophy perched on the fence above. Guide dog puppy Vegas, a German shepherd, is introduced running and jumping playfully towards the camera. Close-up shots of the flags highlight the choice between the two. Vegas then emerges from a black play tunnel, runs towards the fence and stops at the England flag. The video ends with the introduction of a black guide dog puppy, held by a staff member before running towards the fence.]

When Wing and Kin moved from Hong Kong to Cardiff, they never expected a guide dog in training would help them feel so a...
18/06/2026

When Wing and Kin moved from Hong Kong to Cardiff, they never expected a guide dog in training would help them feel so at home. 💛

The couple, who are currently fostering their third guide dog in training, say the role has helped them connect with their local community while making a real difference to people with sight loss.

As Fosterers, Wing and Kin provide a loving home during evenings, weekends and before guide dog school, meaning they can fit fostering around their life.

Ready to become a Fosterer? Follow this link to find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4a19tB6

[Visual Description: Image shows Wing and Kin crouched next to golden retriever Stevie. They are in a park near a picnic bench.]

17/06/2026

Could you help raise the next generation of guide dogs?

Fosterers play a vital part in ensuring guide dogs get the best life while training. Open your home to a dog in training during evenings, weekends and before school, and help change the life of a person with a vision impairment. 💛

To find out more about the Fosterer volunteer role, follow this link 👉 https://bit.ly/4ecA4O1

[Visual Description: Fosterer Vicki wears a bright pink jumper, sits on a sofa and strokes yellow Labrador Wren, who is sitting on the floor in front of her. In the garden, they play fetch with a tug rope toy, and then Vicki pours out kibble into a Tupperware box. Wren jumps into the back of Vicki's car as they head to the Guide Dogs Regional Centre. At the centre, a Guide Dogs staff member greets them and walks them inside. Back at home, they play together again, and then Wren relaxes on their dog bed. An image of Ariana, a black Labrador, is shown. Vicki speaks to the camera, and then more shots of them at the centre and playing together are shown.]

Kicking off our World Cup 2026 celebrations! England vs Croatia - but who will come out top dog? Guide dog in training D...
17/06/2026

Kicking off our World Cup 2026 celebrations! England vs Croatia - but who will come out top dog? Guide dog in training Dieter, our Puppy Predictor extraordinaire, has made his pick alongside teammates Jamie Theakston and Amanda Holden at Heart Radio ⚽

Can he sniff out the winner? Find out which team Dieter thinks will be celebrating victory at the final whistle...Listen to the segment at 3 hours and 4 minutes 👉 https://bit.ly/4eNmKzN

Did you mange to catch Dieter's prediction? Comment below...

[Visual description: Image one shows (from left to right) Heart Radio presenters Amanda Holden, Jamie Theakston, and Guide Dogs Puppy Development Advisor Chloe standing close together and smiling in the Heart FM studio. Amanda is holding the lead of guide dog in training Dieter (golden retriever) who is wearing a dark blue Guide Dogs puppy jacket and appears to be mid head shake with the excitement. Image two shows Dieter's puppy raisers sitting on a red sofa in the Heart FM studio. Dieter sits proudly between them looking to camera.]

"It's an honour. I fell into this completely accidentally having never wanted a dog, had a dog, being scared of dogs, bu...
16/06/2026

"It's an honour. I fell into this completely accidentally having never wanted a dog, had a dog, being scared of dogs, but it's a gift to be able to see them through their training to becoming fully trained guide dogs." - Lisa, Guide Dogs Fosterer 🐶

Lisa's husband always wanted a dog, but she wasn't so sure, scared of them even. However, after her husband passed away, Lisa decided to take the plunge and volunteer as a Fosterer for Guide Dogs.
Now, she's cared for 10 dogs in training and says the experience has completely changed her life. 💛

As a Fosterer, Lisa provides a loving home for dogs in training when they're not at our Redbridge centre, helping them on their journey to becoming life-changing guide dogs.

Ready to raise the next generation of guide dogs? Follow this link to find out more about becoming a volunteer Fosterer 👉 https://bit.ly/4eqddO0

[Visual Description: The image shows Lisa smiling next to a yellow Labrador cross golden retriever. She is kneeling next to the dog in the woods in a patch of snowdrops. Lisa is wearing a beanie and puffer coat, and the Guide Dogs' branded flash is visible on the dogs lead and her bag.]

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