Guide dog owner inspiring stories

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A smiling James with his arm around Comet sitting outside

Read how guide dog Comet helped James to discover his love of travelling.

A guide dog owner and his guide dog walking along a pavement

Read how Josh was able to get his confidence after he was matched with guide dog Ringo.

Tim swims in a pool wearing goggles and a swimming cap.

When Tim began losing his sight in his 30s, he turned to swimming. It quickly went from a sport he enjoyed, to a whole new career as a Paralympic athlete. Read how his guide dogs have been by his side, giving him the freedom to pursue his passions.

Devante and guide dog Mack sit in their living room.

Read how Mack the guide dog has changed Devante’s life by giving him confidence, independence, and a smile back on his face.

Hilary smiles to camera while sitting in an armchair.

Five years ago, Hilary's vision deteriorated. Find out how with the help of Guide Dogs, Hilary is out walking every day with her white cane.

Margaret stands smiling in the sunshine, holding a long cane.
Read how Guide Dogs has supported Margaret since 2002.
Hester sits on a bench smiling, on a snow covered ski slope.

Hester and her family were first introduced to Guide Dogs when she was seven-years-old. Find out about Hester’s buddy dog, Dash, and her new guide dog, Pickle.

Guide dog owner, Charles, sits on a low wall with his guide dog at his feet.

The challenges of navigating a new campus and city and deteriorating eyesight meant Charles was becoming a recluse. But guide dog Carlo gave him so much confidence.

Jaina and Martin sit on a bench with Martin's dogs, including Laura

Read about Jaina's journey with guide dog Laura, and how the pair featured in an ITV documentary.

Lorna, her guide dog Yarren, and her son Rex, stand in a park.

Lorna’s guide dog Yarren has completely changed her life, taking the worry out of activities like taking the kids to school and soft play. Discover their story.

Read how guide dog Yuma, helped Samara become more confident and independent in herself.

Taylor and her guide dog walk along a sunny path together.

Taylor felt her world change when she went on her first matching walk with guide dog Jilly. Discover more about their partnership.

Scott and guide dog Milo standing together in a forest with a Christmas tree in the foreground

Read about Scott and Milo's special partnership and how guide dog Milo changed life for Scott and his family.

Lena's story about her guide dog

Alex is Lena’s fourth guide dog. Each of her guide dogs have been so different, and she’s excited to see where this new chapter will take them. Read their story.