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Join us in celebrating Guide Dogs!
This year International Guide Dog Day falls on Weds 30th April, and across Australia Guide Dogs will be running a host of activity.
Did you know….
- There are over 30,000 active Guide Dogs across over 30 countries.
- In Australia we have over 1500 active dogs.
- We specially breed, socialise and train dogs to be the best guide and companion possible using a wealth of specialist skills, expertise and knowlege built up over more than 50 years.
Each day these highly-trained animals assist people who are blind or have low vision live an independent life on their own terms.
We hope you will join us in celebrating the amazing work our dogs, trainer, volunteers, staff and Guide Dog Handlers do.
"Because of Guide Dogs I have the… freedom to go out in my own time and not have to rely on others. My Guide Dog gives me the ability to have my independence when I need it.” "
New South Wales
On Wednesday, 30 April, Guide Dogs NSW/ACT celebrates International Guide Dog Day with the theme ‘Is Inclusion on your menu?’
According to reports received from our Guide Dog Handlers in 2024, cafés and restaurants are the most common industry illegally refusing people access to their services across NSW and the ACT. This needs to change. Let’s work together to create a hospitality industry that upholds the rights of people with low vision or blindness, fosters an inclusive and welcoming space for dining and gathering and ensures businesses can benefit from a broader and more diverse customer base.
Come and visit us in Sydney CIty Centre as we takeover Martin Place with photo ops, puppies, ambassador dogs, and more.
Regional events in Canberra, Albury, and Newcastle will also highlight accessibility and inclusion in hospitality spaces.
Queensland
Across Queensland we will spotlight rideshare and taxi refusals, raising awareness of the rights of Guide Dog Handlers and Puppy Raisers. We’re calling for fair treatment and equal access for all.
It’s time for a Fare Go – Protect our Right to Ride.
South Australia and Northern Territory
Help Frankie help Guide Dogs!
Our goal is to raise $350,000 to help train and raise the next generation of life-changing Guide Dogs for people living with low vision and blindness.
To help us reach our goal, Frankie, a local Adelaide dog, is making the ultimate sacrifice by donating her favourite toy, Ropey to her favourite dogs, Guide Dogs.
Join us in crowdfunding to make Ropey the most valuable dog toy in the world, with all donations supporting Guide Dogs SA/NT!
Alongside donating, there are many ways for individuals, businesses, clubs, and schools to get involved in Guide Dogs Day and make a real difference. Click on the link to find out more.
Victoria
Victoria will spotlight the skill, personality, and commitment it takes to be a Guide Dog. Because we know they are not just trained – They’re Built to Guide.
We will explore the word ‘Guide’ to illustrate the unique skills every Guide Dog must inhabit to graduate through a 5-part video series shot from the perspective of our dogs.
G is for Grounded – calm, confident and composed.
U is for Understanding – reading people places and pressure.
I is for Initiative – making smart decisions and even saying no.
D is for Directional Focus – walking straight. avoiding obstacles. getting from A to B.
E is for Enjoyment – Loving the job and the journey.
Our series will culminate in an event hosted by a local school we will showcase these five key skills, and the intangible bond between Handler and their Guide Dog.
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About International Guide Dog Day
Wednesday April 30 2025 is International Guide Dog Day.
International Guide Dog Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday in April each year. It marks the establishment of the International Federation of Guide Dog Associations on 26th April 1989. This day provides a chance to honor the invaluable contributions of Guide Dogs globally. It aims to increase awareness about the vital role Guide Dog services play in empowering individuals who are blind or have low vision to lead independent lives.
Look back on our campaigns from previous years
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International Guide Dog Day 2023“Talk to the Handler”
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International Guide Dog Day 2022"Rethink Refusal"
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International Guide Dog Day 2021"Petiquette for polite pooches"
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International Guide Dog Day 2024Become an Access Ally
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