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When you welcome a guide dog puppy into your home, it's like opening your heart to a new family member. Whether you're running errands or catching a train, our pup will be by your side, soaking up the skills to someday lead someone with sight loss to independence. [Visual description: video shows a Volunteer puppy raiser talking about their experience raising guide dog puppies.] | Guide Dogs UK

It's estimated that more than 1 million Americans are legally blind, with many relying on guide dogs. Iris is a guide dog with a special ability: she’s been specifically trained to help the visually impaired go running. 🎥Dogs With Extraordinary Jobs | Smithsonian Channel