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01283 219761
Do you have space in your home and heart, for a guide dog mum who will be bringing the next generation of guide dogs in the world?
Location
The dog will live at your home - occasional visits to Guide Dogs National Centre, Leamington Spa (CV33 9WF)
Is the location accessible for those with physical disabilities or limited mobility?
No
Is the location accessible by public transport?
Yes
When?
Could this role be carried out virtually or through a hybrid volunteering model?
No
Is a criminal record check (DBS) required for this role?
No
Is a driving license required?
No
Are expenses covered?
Yes - travel only
What will you be doing?
Guide Dogs Breeding Dog Holder - Brood role needs volunteers to provide a safe, secure, and welcoming home environment for a Guide Dogs Mum, from when the dog is around the age of 12 months until they are around 7 or 8 years old.
Ensuring they are fed, exercised, and cared for to maintain excellent health, with using positive reinforcement training techniques to teach, and/or maintain behaviours, making sure the dog is not left alone for more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period.
You will also need to support the Guide Dogs Mum support during them birth in your home and caring for mum and the litters of puppies for for 7 to 8 weeks.
What skills are required?
Ideally you will:
• Have a home with a safely fenced garden.
• Have dog handling experience but this is not essential.
• Have a clean driving licence is desirable and access to a car you are insured to drive.
• Live within an hour’s drive from the National Centre.
Is training provided?
Yes
Additional important information
This is a full time, 7 to 8 year commitment, homebased volunteer role, with you looking after a female dog in your home, help her with giving birth and look after the litter of puppies during their first 7 to 8 weeks.
Apply now....
For further information on this opportunity call 01283 219761 or email volunteer@sdcvs.org.uk
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