A behind-the-scenes look into the journey of a Guide Dog

It isn’t just the training that is a focus as these dogs prepare to graduate, but their health as well.

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The untold story of a Guide Dog

An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the journey of a Guide Dog

The untold story of a Guide Dog is an important one in understanding the importance of protecting a Guide Dog from parasites and infectious diseases whilst they are learning to support people with blindness or low vision.

To tell this story of prevention and protection, Australians have been invited to an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into the journey a Guide Dog takes from its first vaccination as a puppy, to the role protection plays in their lives as they grow into adult life and beyond. It isn’t just the training that is a focus as these dogs prepare to graduate, but their health as well.

“Vets at Guide Dogs across Australia trust the safety and efficacy of Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health preventatives and vaccines… With protection, our active community can feel confident when going to work in the city, for a bushwalk or to the shops,”

Caroline Moeser Guide Dogs veterinarian

Did you know Some parasites and infectious diseases that affect pets can be transmitted to people.

Ticks are not insects. They are arachnids, meaning they are closely related to spiders.

There’s an increased number of ticks in warmer months, but they are a risk all year round.

Depending on where you travel within Australia, ticks can cause paralysis or transmit harmful and potentially fatal diseases to dogs.

Regular veterinary health checks, good hygiene practices and monthly deworming can ensure your pet stays healthy.

Washing your hands after contact with your pet reduces the risk of disease transmission.

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Simple steps to help keep you and your family safe

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Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health

Our partnership with Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health has a longstanding partnership with Guide Dogs, supporting the charity with preventative medicines to help keep their dogs safe. Today, the company supplies Guide Dog handlers all over Australia with its tasty NexGard SPECTRA® chews to keep these special dogs protected against parasites. The company’s support also extends to providing vaccines to all Guide Dogs, including those in training.

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