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Our new research reveals just how far UK dog owners will go to keep their pups happy – even if it means walking away from their dream home. From skipping desirable amenities for a more dog-friendly property, to bringing dogs along to house viewings, it’s clear our four-legged friends are top of the property priority list.

A man and a Labrador sit on a rug together in a living room.
A man and a Labrador sit on a rug together in a living room.

New research shows just how much dogs influence where we live

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Author: Guide Dogs' Communications Team

Our new research reveals just how far UK dog owners will go to keep their pups happy – even if it means walking away from their dream home. From skipping desirable amenities for a more dog-friendly property, to bringing dogs along to house viewings, it’s clear our four-legged friends are top of the property priority list.

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  1. A man and a Labrador sit on a rug together in a living room.
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    Author: Guide Dogs' Communications Team
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    • Dogs
    • Partnerships

    Our new research reveals just how far UK dog owners will go to keep their pups happy – even if it means walking away from their dream home. From skipping desirable amenities for a more dog-friendly property, to bringing dogs along to house viewings, it’s clear our four-legged friends are top of the property priority list.

  2. Peter, a tech user, wears a Biped navigation aid and bone conducting headphones as he stands with his Vision Rehabilitation Specialist, Naomi, and Guide Dogs' Technology Specialist, Tommy. Naomi and Peter are also holding canes as they test out this assistive technology in the street.
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    Author: Guide Dogs' Communications Team

    Today (15 May 2025) is Global Accessibility Awareness Day, launched in 2012 to shine a spotlight on digital accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. The theme this year is "Committing to Change" emphasising the importance of making digital products accessible to all.

  3. A tech user holds a smartphone, which has the Google Gemini 'Live Video Mode' function enabled. They're pointing the phone at a selection of flowers.
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    Author: Guide Dogs' Information and Advice Team

    Since its launch in 2023, Google has continued to enhance its Gemini AI model - the evolution of Google Assistant and Google’s AI chatbot Bard coming together. These updates aim to provide more user-friendly experiences across various devices and platforms, most of which are beneficial to people living with a vision impairment.

  4. Three yellow Labrador guide dog puppies sit on a sandy beach, with the sea in the background. Their tongues are out as they smile to camera.
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    Author: Ryan Kyle

    Guide Dogs is excited to be visiting the Shetland Islands this week, 21-26 April 2025, as we look to raise awareness and vital funds for our life-changing cause. Our team will be meeting locals and sharing how they can support Guide Dogs, particularly through our Sponsor A Puppy campaign.

  5. Yellow Labrador Star sits on a grey and black paw print pattern blanket.
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    Author: Volunteering Team
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    Sunday 23 March is National Puppy Day, and if there’s one thing that should be celebrated, it’s puppies! Read on to get to know three of our very own life-changing pups, all at different stages of their guide dog journeys, and find out how you can support them.

  6. Image of the National Lottery logo of crossed fingers for luck, with the words ‘The National Lottery Open Week’ on its right hand side and 'National Lottery Open Week 2025' written underneath.
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    Author: Pat Janecka

    To show our deep gratitude to National Lottery and its incredible players, we are proudly supporting the National Lottery Open Week, taking place between the 15th and 23rd of March! As a token of our appreciation, we are giving away exclusive Guide Dogs branded tote bags to the first 50 visitors to our National Centre.

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