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'Infinite World of Vision: Life Transitions for Young People with Vision Impairments' is an inspiring free audiobook on Spotify, written and narrated by young people aged 16-28. It shares heartfelt stories and practical advice on navigating key life transitions like starting university, relocating, and getting a guide dog. Supported by the University of Bath and funded by Guide Dogs, it’s a must-listen for anyone curious about the journeys and achievements of those with vision impairments.

Research reveals almost 90% of guide dog owners refused access to hospitality venues, taxis, and shops, and other services. Guide Dogs warns that these discriminatory access refusals could impact festive outings for guide dog owners this year.

Despite the joys of the festive season, a new survey suggests nine in ten guide dog owners worry about the additional challenges this time of year can bring, including the public distracting their guide dog.

Smart glasses are increasing in popularity, with tech-giants such as Google and Amazon producing their own smart-glasses variants. For people living with visual impairment, these glasses have a range of features which can help with navigation, locating objects and day-to-day tasks. Here, we review the latest updates to the Ray-Ban Meta glasses.

For International Volunteer Day 2024, Guide Dogs staff share messages of thanks to their volunteers.

A group of guide dog puppies from across Yorkshire have been exploring Alice’s Christmas Wonderland as part of a ‘school trip’ to Castle Howard in North Yorkshire ahead of the festive season.

Choosing a name for your new puppy is a fun and personal experience and recent research for our Sponsor a Puppy scheme has found inspiration can come from anywhere – whether that's food, music, film or sport! Read our top name predictions for next year and tips to help when it comes to choosing the perfect name for your puppy.

Neve, who has nystagmus, shares her lifelong passion for dance and how watching Chris McCausland on Strictly Come Dancing makes her believe anything is possible.