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Whitchurch, United Kingdom
Puppy Raiser You will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. "It’s so rewarding to know that the dog will go on to help people with sight loss gain independence and freedom." - Chris, Puppy Raiser What you’ll be doing We rely on volunteers like you to help us improve the lives of people with sight loss. In this role your support will include: Developing, caring and providing for the needs of one of our puppies using Positive Reinforcement Techniques and following Guide Dogs Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) programme Familiarising a puppy to a wide range of environments including shops and outdoor off lead exercise areas in all climates and seasons. Teaching a puppy it’s ok to be left alone by gradually building up from a few minutes to a maximum of 4 hours Attending regular puppy classes Regularly meeting with Guide Dogs representatives to discuss your pup’s development Completing regular on-line questionnaires to help us monitor puppy progress You’ll have Ideally you will: Be able to handle large breed dogs (around 25-40kg) Have access to a car on a weekly basis for training and vet visits Have your own home or written permission to have a dog in the home Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day, especially first thing in the morning and last thing at night Be able to access online content and training materials (you will need your own email address) If you don’t feel you tick every box but are sure this role is the one for you, please drop us a message and tell us why. We’re open to suggestions and happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible! You’ll get Volunteering is a two-way street, so in return for your time you will get: A dedicated volunteer manager/key contact who will help you settle in and support you during your time with us. The challenge and reward of seeing a puppy develop in your home. The opportunity to learn and develop your understanding in dog body language, learning theory, the human animal bond and the life of a Guide Dog. Training and support This role has 13 hours of training and then you’ll be ready to go! These modules include: Foundation training on dog body language and communication Ongoing training both virtually and face to face as part of the role If you have questions about the training requirements, we can answer these at your interview along with any other support or accessibility needs you may have. Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to your volunteering with us in line with our policy.
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2025
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Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
In this role, you will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. You will be supporting one of our Guide Dog puppies life by: Helping guide them through new experiences, socialisation, and basic training Providing a loving temporary home The cost of all the food, veterinary care and equipment required for each puppy is covered. You will need to: Have the time to invest in raising a puppy Be a minimum age of 18 Live in Gloucester or Cheltenham. To own or have access to a car Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day Have your own home or have written permission to have a dog in the home Please note this is a UK based role only. If you are interested please click on "Apply now" or visit: https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/how-you-can-help/volunteering/
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2025
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Kidderminster, United Kingdom
In this role, you will be providing a puppy with a vital foundation for its future role as a guide dog. This is a full-time volunteering opportunity as a puppy will live with you in your home for around 12-16 months. You will be supporting one of our Guide Dog puppies life by: Helping guide them through new experiences, socialisation, and basic training Providing a loving temporary home The cost of all the food, veterinary care and equipment required for each puppy is covered. You will need to: Have the time to invest in raising a puppy Be a minimum age of 18 Live in Kidderminster, Bewdley, or Strouport-on-Severn areas UK To own or have access to a car Have access to a secure area where the puppy could go to the toilet during the day Have your own home or have written permission to have a dog in the home Please note this is a UK based role only. If you are interested please click on "Apply now" or visit: https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/how-you-can-help/volunteering/
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2025
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Stafford, United Kingdom
What you’ll be doing On a typical day volunteering in this role, you can expect to: Arrange collections and other events such as Tea Parties in your local area, informing others of how they can get involved. Attending some events as required. Encourage volunteers from the fundraising group to work together to share the tasks and responsibilities. Be the key point of contact for your local fundraising group. Encourage others to arrange fundraising activities, by building relationships with local organisations, schools and social groups. Informing them about how they can get involved, such as naming a puppy. With our guidance, you will help to ensure fundraising policies and procedures are followed. Including sharing updates and requirements to others in the group.
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2025
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Dudley, United Kingdom
What you’ll be doing On a typical day volunteering in this role, you can expect to: Arrange collections and other events such as Tea Parties in your local area, informing others of how they can get involved. Attending some events as required. Encourage volunteers from the fundraising group to work together to share the tasks and responsibilities. Be the key point of contact for your local fundraising group. Encourage others to arrange fundraising activities, by building relationships with local organisations, schools and social groups. Informing them about how they can get involved, such as naming a puppy. With our guidance, you will help to ensure fundraising policies and procedures are followed. Including sharing updates and requirements to others in the group. However, you won’t be expected to: Attend every fundraising activity in your local community.
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2025
