South African Guide-Dogs Association

Guide Dogs

Loyal companions, highly-skilled navigators

Guide Dogs are specially bred for purpose and trained as your eyes on the world. Your dog will be perfectly paired to your needs and will arrive with a series of well-honed skills designed to facilitate your flexibility and freedom. Our instructors then train you and your dog to work well together in your unique setting.

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Compatibility

We carefully match you with an individual dog suited to your lifestyle, habits and environment. You will receive training together as a team to help you work well together.

Training and care

Your Guide Dog will dedicate his/her life to living with you and improving your quality of life, independence and range of movement. In return, you will pledge to take good care of your dog and provide for his/her needs and wellbeing. At South African Guide-Dogs Association, we are supportive throughout with ongoing training and care.

You’ll soon experience the strong bond that forms between you and your dog, and you’ll expand together in your relationship. A Guide Dog becomes a faithful best friend and adds so much to life.