Home Socialising - Irish Guide Dogs

Applications for home socialisation are currently closed.

What’s involved?

Be part of our process developing the next generation of Guide and Assistance Dogs. Home Socialisation involves taking two 7-week-old puppies for a week and introducing them to all sorts of sounds and experiences so they are strong and ready to move onto Puppy Raising.

Where can I volunteer in this role?

This role is open to people living within the Munster region.

What support will I get?

Our Home Socialisation Team supports the work of our Home Socialisation Volunteers. Home visits, training and support are provided at every step of the journey.

What are the benefits?

Be part of the Home Socialisation Programme for Irish Guide Dogs
Be part of a dynamic organisation and meet new people
Make a difference to an important charity
Share a home with a wonderful dog

Volunteer Phil Geoghegan

Volunteers Phil Geoghegan has helped raise almost €1 million for the charity over the course of the last 28 years.

Volunteer Marie Deegan

I get a great buzz out of seeing the independence that the dogs provide.

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