If you have limited time available, but would like to help, becoming an Emergency Boarder is a great way to volunteer. An RSB Guide Dog in training will join your family for a period of time depending on your availability. This could be for a few hours, a day, a weekend or weeks / months.

We provide all of the equipment required to make your pup feel at home, including food and bedding. All you need is:

• To undergo a police check, interview and property inspection
• Pre-training before pup arrives
• To walk your pup at least once a day
• A safe and suitable area to toilet and exercise the pup
• The ability to take the pup with you to the shops, on the bus, or wherever you visit
• To not leave the pup alone for longer than 2 hours
• An area where your pup can sleep indoors
• To follow RSB guidelines in relation to training, diet and looking after the pup.
• Ability to transport a pup safely
• Able to attend regular training with RSB staff during business hours

With such important careers ahead of them, our puppies need a good start in life. We provide you with specialist training and support to assist you and the pup through the various learning stages.

Emergency Boarders need to be :

• Reasonable fitness (a Medical Clearance from your GP/specialist Doctor may be required)
• Landlord Approval (If renting)
• Employer Approval (If required)
• Class C Drivers Licence and a reliable vehicle

There is no cost to the volunteer and volunteer must be over 18 years of age.