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The Dog Blog. All the news that’s fit to paw print.

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Summer Heat and Your Dog

Summer is here! As the temperatures rise, it is important to monitor your dog’s health and behavior for signs of heat stroke.

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Respect the Harness: Guide Dog Etiquette

Learn the top 12 tips of proper guide dog etiquette to ensure the safety and independence of individuals with visual impairments.

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How to Become a Guide Dog Instructor

Have you ever wondered how to become a guide dog trainer? That’s a frequently asked question here at Southeastern Guide Dogs.

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Ask the Vet: 13 Common House Plants That Are Toxic to Dogs

Hundreds of plants can be toxic to dogs, so it is important to educate yourself on the type of plants in your environment.

Recent Articles

Introducing the Crate and Establishing a Routine

Crates offer a confined, welcoming space within your home for a puppy to be supervised, and to nap, sleep, and retreat. Crates are not used for punishment, but for overnight sleeping, naps, and puppy breaks. If used properly, you will find that your puppy quickly becomes comfortable in a crate. A crate will help prevent…

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Three-Ingredient Dog Biscuits

Create simple and tasty homemade dog biscuits with just three (or four) ingredients. Perfect for your furry friend, these treats are easy to make—knead, roll, shape, and bake. Your dog will love them, and you'll love how simple they are to prepare!

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How to Host a Breeder Dog

Our breeder dogs make wonderful “petmates,” and hosts enjoy giving a fabulous dog a home in exchange for bringing the dog to our campus for breeding.

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A man leans down to give his retired yellow Labrador guide dog a kiss on the head.

What Happens When a Guide Dog Retires? Exploring Their Life After Service

Southeastern Guide Dogs follows up with our teams for life, and that includes following up with guide dogs that retire from working careers. Discover what happens when guide dogs retire, their life expectancy, and the transition they undergo after a life of service. Learn about their potential early retirement, the adoption process, and the bond they share with their owners.

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A yellow lab in a black guide dog harness sits in the sand at the beach, the ocean visible in the distance.

Summer Heat and Your Dog

Summer is here! As the temperatures rise, it is important to monitor your dog’s health and behavior for signs of heat stroke.

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