Puppy Rearers form an integral part of our training programme. They are so important in fact that we couldn’t manage without them.

Numerous families each year take one of our cute, lovable puppies into their homes to begin the essential process of socialization.

Being a Puppy Rearer isn’t of course for every-one. We need people who meet the following criteria :

• Be at home at least half the day
• Be able to attend training sessions during a working week, during working hours and be able to get themselves and the puppy to the session
• Preferably children in the family, but not essential 
• Preferably other pets, but not essential 
• Capable of giving the puppy all the love they would bestow on a normal pet but willing to give it up when it is time for the dog to return to the training centre for the next stage of its training.

During their time with the Puppy Rearer families the puppies are exposed to car travel, busy shops and escalators, noisy streets and crowded pavements. The puppies are also exposed to obedience training … obedience being one of the core training needs of a guide dog.

If you would like to apply to become a Puppy Rearer please click here to download an Application Form.