Guide and Assistance Dogs change lives. It is the independence and freedom offered by these dogs to our clients that keeps us going. Guide Dog Formal Boarding is part of our wider training program that provides some of the very first homes for our future Guide, Autism Assistance, Facility or Therapy Dogs in training.

Our Temporary Boarders provide a short-term foster home and training on an adhoc basis, to cover holidays, illness or emergencies.

Key responsibilities

1. Provide suitable accommodation and care for our dogs in training during a required period of time (varying depending on dog and situation).
2. Feed, groom, toilet and walk dog in care as per handling instructions from Guide Dogs WA.
3. Use basic obedience skills when handling dog in care (e.g. sit, down, stay, come etc.).
4. Transport dog in care (if necessary) to Guide Dogs WA designated Veterinary practice for vaccinations, consultations and medical procedures as required, in consultation with Puppy Raising Coordinators, Trainers and Mobility Instructors.
5. Continue to provide daily exercise requirements if required.

Guide Dogs WA will provide:

1. Training
2. Ongoing support
3. Insurance cover by EverAbility’s Volunteer Insurance policy and/or by the Insurance Commission of WA for the cost of claims for death or injury caused by the negligence of the driver of a registered vehicle
4. Everything required for providing care to the dog, including food, equipment, veterinary care and obedience classes.