Working with your guide dog

Once you’re working with your guide dog you’ll start to develop a strong bond and understanding. But as with any partnership there may sometimes be bumps in the road. You may need to keep adapting to changing circumstances, manage health or behaviour issues, or work together to learn new routes or cues.

We’re here to help you every step of the way. In this section there’s lots of useful information to support your guide dog partnership.

In this section...

Guide dog being trained to stop at pedestrian crossing

Read about safely working with your guide dog to navigate road crossings and moving traffic.

Guide dog walking with guide dog trainer

Learn about the steps that you can take to plan new routes with your guide dog, and who to contact for support.

Samara and Yuma

Samara was nervous around dogs but, with support from her friends and Guide Dogs, Samara realised owning a guide dog could give her the freedom she craved.

Yuma gives Samara the confidence to do everything she wants to do from routine tasks like working and shopping, to socialising with her friends and even competitive cheerleading.

Get in touch

Call our Guide Line to speak to an expert who can provide information and advice - we're here to help. We're open 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays).

0800 781 1444