Seeing Eye Dogs Show, by Vision Australia Radio

Dr Ashe Mooney, Seeing Eye Dogs lead veterinarian, joins us for a bumper guide interview talking about what not to eat for our dogs. We discuss toxic foods, hazards that a dog might ingest, tips to keep your dog safe from risky foods during social gathering, and what to do if you dog has potentially eaten something they shouldn't have.

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On this episode, Harriet is joined by two guests.

Chris Edwards, Chief Mission Officer at Vision Australia, joins us to talk about proposed changed for the NDIS, how his team are making recommendations and working with government, and what these potential changes might mean for dog guide handlers.

Abi Howes, Puppy Development Team Lead, joins us to talk about dog enrichment, different types of enrichment and how they can be used to...

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) Vice President of Communications Tony Stephens to talk about the AFB's documentary Possibilities which tells the story about Helen Keller and discusses how her amazing legacy impacts and influences the modern lives of people who are blind or have low vision. In this interview we chat about Helen's life, how the documentary...

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet talks to training dog carer volunteer Fabien. Fabien, along with his wife and son, are carers for dogs during their formal training. They work as a team to give a loving and restful home to dogs (often multiple at the same time!) during training and before being placed with a client. Fabien shares his story, love for labs, fitting in caring with work and family life, and experien...

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.

• Kylie Gersh, Seeing Eye Dogs Dog Production Manager, joins us to talk about dog assessment processes and how we determine suitability for the role of Seeing Eye Dog or which career suits each dog. Kylie discusses how the Career Pathway Assessment helps select careers to achieve the best welfare for each dog and gets the right dogs to Seeing Eye Dogs ...

On this episode Harriet is joined by two guests:

• Queensland puppy carer Justine Dunn comes on the show to talk to us about her experiences caring for Enzo and Indy. Justine is a grandma, recently retired, and raising her second puppy. She chats with us about raising pups and their adventures together. Thanks Justine for your work as a carer, you make it possible!
• Seeing Eye Dogs lead veterinarian Dr Ashe Mooney joins us to sha...

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs lead veterinarian Dr Ashe Mooney. Dr Ashe shares some health tips and information about medical conditions that are more common in cooler months. We talk about hypothermia, kennel cough, conjunctivitis and provide some helpful information to help keep your dog happy and healthy. Please don't forget this is general advice, please refer to your vet for t...

Seeing Eye Dogs handler Joan Duncan joins us to talk about her life with Seeing Eye Dogs. Joan's had four Seeing Eye Dogs so in this interview you'll hear some of the many stories throughout her time as a handler with dogs Cayla, Hillsy, Isa, and Lenny. We also talk about Joan's volunteer role at Seeing Eye Dogs.

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we have two interviews:

• Jett Greene, Puppy Development Trainer in NSW, joins us to talk about their story, life and role of a puppy development trainer.
• Paige Don, Puppy Development Trainer in VIC, shares some tips about happy and safe free-running and off-lead play for puppies and dogs.

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy carer Melissa Hess. Melissa is a first-time puppy carer to Wasabi who has just began his Seeing Eye Dog training. Melissa works part time at TAFE, is studying her PhD, and enjoys park run. She's a busy and active carer, and fit Wasabi into her busy life including the family home with grandkids.

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On this episode of the show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Volunteer Partnerships Coordinator Liv Butcher, and first-time puppy carers Sharon & Scott Johnson.

In recognition of National Volunteer Week, Liv joins us to talk about the work our 1000+ volunteers do across Seeing Eye Dogs, the amazing contribution of our volunteers and thanks our volunteers for the work they do.

Sharon & Scott join us to share their story...

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by first-time puppy carer Bek Brindle who shares her experiences raising Sven alongside her partner Ben in QLD. Bek is a corporate events manager, and co-carer husband Ben is an engineer so they balance busy lives whilst volunteering.

Then we share an interview from the archives with Seeing Eye Dogs handler Chris Edwards Chief Mission Officer in Corporate Affairs & ...

 Seeing Eye Dogs handler Nicole Tillotson and her dog Trixie join us to talk about their upcoming fundraising adventure Trek For Vision. We talk about their partnership and working together to achieve their goals. Nicole is working toward this Trek and a half-marathon and encourages people to set challenges and work toward their goals, especially for a good cause!

Trek for Vision with Trixie 2026 is raising funds for Seeing Ey...

For this International Guide Dogs Day special of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Rolf Geerlings, Seeing Eye Dog handler to Marlo and Children and Young People Operations Lead at Vision Australia. Rolf shares his story of becoming a handler and the journey to gaining his independence back after challenges with vision loss. He talks about his partnerships with retired dogs Echo and Stella, and his new and current partn...

Dr Ashe joins Harriet to talk about World Veterinary Day on April 25. We talk about the life of veterinarians, some of the challenges facing vets in the industry, and how you can work well with your vet to get the best out of your vet. We then talk vet tips about limps and arthritis in dogs.

Please note content warning: this interview contains discussions of suicide and self-harm to raise awareness.

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show we meet Rel Mollet, a volunteer who has many roles. Rel is an experienced puppy carer, volunteers on site with our puppies and dogs, volunteers at the Youth Camp, runs Caring information sessions and more. She also is a mum and works in the book publishing industry and uses flexible working conditions to help Seeing Eye Dogs. Rel is a wonderful dedicated volunteer, and we couldn't thank h...

Puppy carers Cheryl Mansell & Sophie Tighe join host Harriet talking about their puppy caring journey with Velvet. Cheryl and Sophie share the caring responsibilities for Velvet who goes between their two homes meaning the carers can balance puppy caring with their lives and jobs, and Velvet benefits from two lifestyles and the socialisation opportunities that brings.

We also have an interview from the archive with trainer Jack...

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by puppy carers Sarah Pietsch and Anne Evans to talk about their experience working together to raise Seeing Eye Dog puppy in training Hope. Sarah and Anne share their story becoming friends through caring, and deciding to partner up and co-care for a puppy. Hope gets to experience a family lifestyle with Sarah, and visits restaurants and shows with Anne, helping her le...

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs Community Engagement Officer and handler Nadia Mattiazzo. We talk about International Women's Day, women in leadership and Nadia's new role as chairperson at Dog Guide Handlers Australia (DGHA). Nadia has been in many leadership roles including CEO at her last workplace and shares some tips for women wanting to get involved in work, leadership or volu...