A deaf and Blind woman is regularly seen in the streets around her home in Eastern Heights, Australia walking her canine companion with a dog harness. Estelle Walker told the Ipswich Advertiser her guide dog has completely turned her life since her arrival in September 2009. The canine, which was provided by charity Vision Australia [...]
Blind woman uses dog harness to get around with canine companion
April 22nd, 2010Husky-loving pensioner enjoys ‘best holiday ever’
April 21st, 2010A pensioner has described a trip to Iceland to get his husky driving licence as the "best holiday" he has ever had. Lorne Brown completed a ten-day trek to the Arctic Circle to raise money for the Guide Dogs charity, according to BBC News. He took part in the jaunt after learning how to handle [...]
Dog harness ‘helps Scottish pair go hiking’
November 2nd, 2009A specially made dog harness has helped a man and his canine tackle 283 of Scotland’s peaks, it has been reported. Peter Sinclair and his animal companion Kerry have tackled areas such as the Inaccessible Pinnacle on the Cullin ridge, according to the Daily Record. However, during their ascent of their 284th mount – Sgurr [...]
Dog leads for bike trips praised
October 30th, 2009If pet owners want to exercise their canine when they go out cycling, they should invest in a special dog lead designed for bikes. Speaking to the Mercury News, Chris Hildebrand explained that her boxer – called Bear – was a particularly energetic animal who needed regular physical activity. Walks in the park were not [...]
Will my canine benefit from swimming in a dog life jacket?
October 27th, 2009Dressing a canine in a dog life jacket and going for a dip can be a great way to help them with certain medical conditions, it has been claimed. Across the UK, Australia, Canada and America there has been a rise in popularity for water therapy for dogs, explained Inventor Spot. Veterinarians often recommend the [...]
