Everytime a group of dogs move onto Advanced Training, we have what we call a New Intake. This is when dogs arrive at our National Headquarters and Training Centre from their Puppy Walker's homes and begin their official training to become a guide or assistance dog.  As you can imagine it can be an emotional time for the Puppy Walking Families as they have put so much time, effort and love into the pup's first year.  It is therefore very important to us that the transition from home life to the Kennel environment is as enjoyable and reassuring as possible. Individual attention and plenty of cuddles alongside bonding sessions with the dog's trainers are all part and parcel of the gradual introduction process. 

Each dog is partnered to a Kennel Buddy from our Kennels Team to ensure that their transition experience is a pleasant one. This month's New Intake include Kelvin, Jack, Ivan and Ofra who are settling in nicely.  Featured above is Kelvin who is a lovely light coloured yellow Labrador.  Pictured left is Ofra (second from the left) playing with some of our other dogs in training.  From left to right is Ozzie, Nelson and Garrick.  These photographs were taken in the sandrun just outside the Pod Kennel at our National Headquarters and Training Centre.  As you can see, they were having a ball! 

Our H Litter of Goldendoodle pups are doing extremely well.  As can be seen from this photograph taken earlier today.  This is Hayden and he's just over seven weeks old.  His curly coat has really grown. He along with the rest of the H Litter of Goldendoodles are almost ready to take on the big wide world as they gear up to be placed with their respective Puppy Walkers next week. 

Next Tuesday's a big day for them as they get to pose for their very own special photograph.  These will be used for our Co-Sponsor a Pup scheme! They'll also need to be micro-chipped in preparation for their departure from the Centre. Today was also a special day for them as they each got to try on their very own Puppy Walking Jacket!