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Since 1980, Australian Lions Hearing Dogs (ALHD) have provided Hearing Assistance Dogs to many hundreds of Australians, free of charge.
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Each Hearing Assistance Dog costs ALHD upwards of $37,000 to train, deliver and support, and is gifted free of charge, to its deaf or hard of hearing new owner. One in six Australians has some form of hearing loss, with this number expected to rise to one in four by 2050. Severe or profound hearing loss currently affects close to 400,000 people. Whilst hearing loss impacts all ages, the numbers ar

e greater in older Australians. The impact of hearing loss varies for each individual and Australian Lions Hearing Dogs works with each recipient to create a solution that fits them. Many people who wear hearing aids or use assistive technology are unable to depend on these aids in difficult circumstances or after they go to bed. A Hearing Assistance Dog is often a welcome aid for many who suffer from hearing loss or deafness as it provides the companionship they crave in a socially isolated environment, and the safety and security from common dangers around the home. Hearing Assistance Dogs not only increase the quality of day-to-day living, they also help alleviate many of the conditions often associated with deafness and hard of hearing, these being depression, anxiety and communication withdrawal. As reported through a recent Federal Government Senate Inquiry into hearing, these conditions have been shown to contribute to cognitive decline and potentially increase by a factor of five, the likelihood of developing dementia. It’s not just the recipients themselves whose lives are enhanced by their Hearing Assistance Dog, there are also many reported benefits for family, friends and community.

30/08/2024

We welcome “Clover” to our Assistance Dog training program! She is from Guardian Daisy’s litter.

She has been sponsored by Wendy and we look forward to keeping her up to date on all the progress she is making.

We thank Holly and her family for the wonderful socialisation that they have given Clover. They have all done a fantastic job is raising a well-rounded dog that is a great start to her journey to become an Assistance Dog.

29/08/2024

The time has come for Mollie's puppies to have their first grooms! 🐾

Cece, Pippa, Jordy and Benny all came in as big balls of fluff and left looking nice and fresh for the upcoming warmer weather!

They were all very brave and handled the grooming sessions well. Some not too sure at the beginning but soon settled down and were very well-behaved.

Grooming isn't just about looking cute (though they definitely do! 😍). It’s also essential for keeping our pups healthy and happy. Regular grooming helps with coat maintenance, skin health, and socialisation – plus, it’s a great bonding time!

Below is their before and after shots – don’t they look great? 💙

28/08/2024

*New Merchandise*

Our brand-new pet bag dispensers are the perfect accessory for your daily walks and travel essential. Never be without a bag again to pick up after your dog!

This cute case comes with our iconic dog pattern, a roll of bags, and a handy carry clip.

To make your purchase and check out all of our other fantastic merchandise items click on the link https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/shop/

All purchase helps us to support our Assistance Dog programs.

27/08/2024

*Australian Lions Hearing Dog News*

Our Quarterly Newsletter – August edition will be sent very soon to all our subscribers.

If you haven't as yet signed up and would like to keep up to date with all the news from our National Headquarters please jump onto our website https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/

For past editions and more updates on our programs please click on https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/latest-news/

26/08/2024

🐾 Happy International Dog Day! 🐾

Today we celebrate our beloved furry friends who bring us daily joy, comfort, loyalty and unconditional love. From being our best friends to our lifesavers, dogs truly make the world a better place.

We're especially proud to work alongside these amazing creatures who not only bring joy but also provide life-changing support for those in need daily. Today, we’re celebrating with our incredible trainee Assistance Dogs by going on nice walks, learning new training skills, lots of belly rubs and some extra yummy treats. For us, every day is Dog Day as we witness the life-changing impact they have on those they support. 🧡

Let's take a moment to appreciate all the dogs out there and the difference they make every single day.

Post how you're celebrating in the comments below! 🐕

22/08/2024

A few weeks ago, during International Assistance Dog Week, we shared the wonderful story of the placement of Hearing Assistance Dog Harley with his recipient.

Last night saw the official celebration of Harley’s accreditation with his sponsoring Lions Club, the Lions Club of Blackwood.

This was a fantastic celebration of the life changing role that Harley has played in giving his recipient confidence, independence and most importantly a reason to smile as they navigate daily routines and activities.

We are forever grateful for the active involvement of Lions Clubs in the placement of our Assistance Dogs, we wouldn’t have such successful outcomes without their help in the follow up program.

To read more about Harley and his recipient visit
https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/happy-international-assistance-dog-week/

21/08/2024

It is with much delight that we are celebrating the accreditation of our 700th Hearing Assistance Dog Yannis!! Yesterday he completed his tasks of alerting to sounds required in the home and also his public role with his recipient. This means he showed his best behaviour out in public in shops and cafes, giving security and awareness in these environments.

We thank the hard work and dedication from the Lions Club of Southport, who supported through the follow up program. Pictured is one of wonderful volunteers from the Club along with Yannis and his recipient.

A massive thank you to all who were involved in Yannis journey which has given such an amazing and life changing outcome.

19/08/2024

*Cadet Assistance Dog Trainer*

We are pleased to offer the opportunity for a new Cadet Trainer to start with our expanding Assistance Dog Training Team in the Adelaide Hills.

Australian Lions Hearing Dogs (ALHD) is a national not-for-profit Assistance Dog organisation which has provided Hearing Assistance Dogs to deaf and hard of hearing Australians, free-of-charge, for over 40 years. In recent years ALHD has expanded its services by adding new programs and initiatives to support and enrich the lives of more Australians in need.

ALHD Trainers train and place Hearing Assistance Dogs, Diabetic Alert Dogs and Psychiatric Assistance dogs to people in need whilst also providing support to current recipients and promotion of the program on a local, national and international level.

The successful Cadet will complete external courses in dog training and behaviour as well as Auslan (Australian Sign Language) and Deaf Culture.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills & ability to communicate with people of diverse social backgrounds.
• Confident and committed to long term opportunity and be prepared to be in a learning environment with a focus on professional development.
• Highly organised, with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Position will require interstate travel of up to 8 - 10 weeks per year.
• Current full licence with the ability to hire a car.
• Self-motivation and a genuine want to work with dogs is necessary.
The position is full time. ALHD office hours Mon – Fri, 8:00am – 4pm. Salary packaging benefits available.

For a confidential discussion on the role, please contact the Training Centre, (08) 8388 7836.

Applications will close Friday 6th September at 5pm.
Please click on the link below to apply:

https://www.seek.com.au/job/78203270

16/08/2024

We welcome “Shadow” to the training program! She is from Guardian Daisy’s litter and will be in the Hearing Assistance Dog program.

She has been sponsored by the Seaford and Districts Lions Club we look forward to keeping them up to date on all the progress she is making.

We thank Jenni and Trevor for the wonderful socialisation that they have given Shadow. They have all done a fantastic job is raising a well-rounded dog that is a great start to her journey to become an Assistance Dog.

13/08/2024

Yesterday we introduced Guardian Maddie’s second litter and today it is very fitting that we celebrate the accreditation of ALHD “Lola” from her very first litter! It’s wonderful to see these once tiny puppies develop, go through their training and then become life changing Assistance Dogs.

Lola passed her sound and public access test with her recipient and is now an accredited Hearing Assistance Dog.

We thank the hard work and dedication from the Lions Club of Busselton Inc, who supported through the follow up program. Pictured are a couple of wonderful volunteers from the Club along with Lola and her recipient.

Thank you to all that were part of Lola’s journey which has given such a positive and life changing outcome!

12/08/2024

Our beautiful Guardian “Maddie”, on the 26th of July, had a litter of 5 gorgeous Labradoodle puppies. Maddie is an amazing Mum and is making sure all the puppies are well cared for, with our Breeding Centre team watching on.

A big thank you to the wonderful Lions Clubs and supporters who are sponsoring this litter, we look forward to keeping them up to date with the puppy’s progress as they grow into life changing heroes.

If you are interested in volunteering for the organisation to help raise our puppies and you are based in South Australia, please reach out to the team by call 8388 7836 or follow the link at https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/puppy-socialisation/

09/08/2024

ALHD would like to congratulate PID Tony Benbow OAM, who was endorsed by Lions Clubs International as the preferred candidate for 3rd Vice President at the 2025 Lions International Convention in Mexico City.

Both PID Tony and Sue have been amazing supporters of ALHD for many years, and were recognised with the naming of “Ben” and “Bo” after them both. They, along with their Club, the Lions Club of South Vermont, have named and sponsored several puppies who have gone on to be amazing Assistance Dogs.

We all wish Tony and Sue all the best on their journey ahead.

09/08/2024

To conclude International Assistance Dog Week we thought there's no better way than to introduce you to our newest litter of future Assistance Dogs 🐾

These sweet faces are from Guardian Krinkls second litter. They have been developing their own unique personalities and keeping very busy playing and exploring in their yard. These pups are already showing us how quick they are to learn new skills, even already sitting politely for yummy treats!

These gorgeous Border Terriers are almost 8 weeks old and will be joining their puppy carers next week. Thank you to all our volunteers who are giving these pups the opportunity to become life-changing Assistance Dogs!

A massive thank you also to our sponsors for coming on the journey with our pups and for giving them their adorable names. We look forward to keeping everyone updated as our pups grow into future Assistance Dogs 🧡

07/08/2024

Did you know that today is International Cat Day? 🐱

We thought we would take this opportunity to introduce you to our beloved cats Penelope and Pants!

Penny is very friendly and will do absolutely anything for a cuddle. She loves the dogs and is never too shy to say hello to them, even if it's in their path of working sounds. You will normally find her curled up on her favourite trainers desk or overseeing the training sessions and giving it her purr-sonal touch. Penny will often steal a piece of fritz or cheese that's being used on a sound before the dogs have a chance to get it. She was adopted from YP Puppy Rescue as a kitten 5 years ago and is definitely a staff favourite!

Pants is our grumpy boy who loves to keep a low profile, but he can also be sweet when he wants. You'll generally find him keeping to himself either roaming around on the roof (even in the rain) or fast asleep on the bed in the training centre. Pants has a more low tolerance of the dogs and helps put them in their place when they get a bit over excited, he's definitely not afraid of handing out a cheeky paw swipe! Beware of Pants' belly trap - he will trick you into giving him a belly rub but then show you how he feels about it. Pants was a rescue kitten and is 13 years old - our favourite senior boy!

These cuties assist us with training for our Assistance Dog Programs. Our dogs are able to be placed with a recipient that has a cat, as our trusty helpers Penny and Pants are the best training tool. They act as a good cop/bad cop duo with Penny being the sweet and always willing to help one, where as Pants is more than happy to put the dogs in their place when needed. They both provide the dogs the opportunity to work with the distraction of them so they get comfortable being around cats.

Post your cat and how you're celebrating in the comments below!🐈‍⬛

05/08/2024

Happy International Assistance Dog Week! 🧡

We thought we would start the week off by introducing you to recipient Kerry and her Hearing Assistance Dog, Harley!

“Harley has restored a lot of my confidence and faith in other people. He makes me smile every day. And he’s so wonderfully cheeky! My woolly mate has given me back a sense of hope and joy and confidence in life. We will continue to grow together, learning how to navigate different situations and daily routine. He will continue to make me smile.”

To read Kerry and Harley's story, please visit https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/happy-international-assistance-dog-week/

02/08/2024

A fantastic milestone in our Medical Alert Dog program with “Airlie” passing her public access and task assessment!

Airlie was our first interstate placement and with the wonderful support of the Lions Club of Taylors Lake, she has done an amazing job in alerting her recipient when they had a change in their blood glucose levels outside of their normal target range. She is also trained to collect a hypo kit, get help in the home and to also use an alert button.

Thank you to all that were part of Airlie’s journey which has given such a positive and life changing outcome!

You may notice that our Medical Alert Dogs have gone from a green uniform into an orange one. As the organisation grows, we are transitioning all of our Assistance Dog Programs to the one colour so when seen out in public you know it is a Lions Assistance Dog.

31/07/2024

ALHD “Rory” was placed last week and will now be giving her recipient independence and security both at home and in public.

Rory was named and sponsored by Megan and Peter. We thank them for the wonderful support of her in the puppy program!

We thank her puppy socialisers Phoebe for all the guidance she gave Rory when she was a puppy which gave her such a wonderful start in life. 🙌

29/07/2024

*New Merchandise*

Our latest release bags in our bright orange design!

They are a mixture of calico and jute and are 50cm wide and 37cm high.

To make your purchase and check out all of our other fantastic merchandise items click on the link https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/shop/

All purchase help us to support our Hearing Assistance and Medical Alert Dog programs.

24/07/2024

ALHD “Sunshine” was placed last week and will now be giving her recipient independence and security both at home and in public.

Sunshine will be alerting with a one paw touch, which she is demonstrating beautifully in her picture, to sounds in the home like doorbells, timers and alarm clocks. Once she touches, she leads her recipient back to the source of the sound. The only sound that is different to this is the smoke alarm where she will touch and drop in a warning signal.

Sunshine was named and sponsored by Lions Club of Sunshine! We thank them for the wonderful support of her in the puppy program and then when she was in training.

We thank her puppy socialisers Kellie who initially socialised and then Bronte who cared for her in the later parts of puppyhood. A fantastic effort by all!

22/07/2024

Someone has their happy face on as they are growing and getting more and more active!

We can't wait to make Krinkl's litters formal introductions soon 😁

19/07/2024

To round off National Diabetes Week, we welcome "Nessie" from Guardian Poppy's litter into our Medical Alert training. 💚

Nessie was named and sponsored by the Lions Club of Blue Lake City Lioness. We thank them for their support and are so excited to continue to share Nessies journey with them.

We thank Nessie's first puppy carer Carol and then Elanie to finish off her time in the Puppy Program. Their time and dedication has paid off to give Nessie the best head start to her Medical Alert Training. 🐾

Nessie will spend the next six months learning how to alert a low or high Blood Glucose Level (BGL) for her future type 1 diabetic recipient as well as her Public Access or out and about training. Nessie will also learn three life-saving tasks to help with in the home, the hypo-kit retrieve, get help and the emergency button.

17/07/2024

Continuing on with National Diabetes Week, we congratulate Medical Alert Dog "Belle" and her recipient for their recent accreditation. 💚

Belle is a Diabetic Alert Dog who has been trained to alert to changes in blood glucose levels when they fall outside of the recipient's target range. Belle recently passed her Public Access Test and tasks with her recipient and is now an officially accredited Assistance Dog.

We thank the Lions Club of Athelstone-Rostrevor for their time and dedication for Belle's follow-up training during the twelve-week follow-up period. The dedication of their members has helped set up the pair for a long and successful working life together.

We also thank everyone else involved in Belle's journey to become the beautiful Medical Alert Dog that she is today.

If you or anyone you know is interested in learning more about our Medical Alert Program, please visit https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/medical-alert-dogs/

15/07/2024

Did you know that this week is National Diabetes Week? 💚

We can't think of a better way to start it off than to introduce you to our newest Medical Alert Dog trainee "Mimi".

Mimi is the first to enter training from Guardian Daisy's beautiful litter. She was lovingly named and sponsored by the sponsored by the Lions of Charles Sturt Woodville Hindmarsh. We thank them for their ongoing support and are excited to continue to update them through Mimi's training.

We would love to thank Mimi's puppy carers Christie and Jai for their hard work and dedication into giving Mimi the best start to her Assistance Dog Career. They have done a wonderful job in guiding her through the Puppy Program. 🐾

The theme of this year's National Diabetes Week is 'Unite in the flight for tech'. Did you know that we only deliver our dogs to type 1 diabetics with technology? Our Medical Alert Dogs work in conjunction with technology and act as the first barrier to alerting for a low or high Blood Glucose Level (BGL).

Keep an eye out for more posts this week to celebrate National Diabetes Week. For more information please visit https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/national-diabetes-week/

12/07/2024

We are so proud to share with you our newest Puppy Preschool graduates! 🎓

These adorable pups are from Guardian Mollie's litter and have all passed our puppy preschool with flying colours. They each have attended the class with their siblings and puppy socialisers once a week for four weeks and spent that time learning some basic obedience skills as well as lots of playtime together.

Their puppy socialisers have done an outstanding job with their basic training so far and we are so excited to watch them grow as they progress through the Puppy Program.

Our sponsors can look forward to their monthly updates as they continue to grow and learn new skills in their socialisation homes.

Here's the pups with their graduation certificates and blue jackets looking as proud as ever, aren't they just the cutest?! 💙

09/07/2024

We welcome little Elsa to the training program! She is from Guardian Poppy’s litter and will be in the Hearing Assistance Dog program.

She has been sponsored by the Lions Club of Goolwa, we look forward to keeping them up to date on all the progress she is making.

We thank Nicole and her family for the wonderful socialisation that they have given Elsa. They have all done a fantastic job is raising a well rounded dog that is a great start to her journey to become an Assistance Dog.

08/07/2024

Monday morning starts with another cute introduction this time it is Hearing Assistance Dog “Tiggy”. She is from Guardian Poppy’s litter.

She has been sponsored through the puppy program by the Lions Australia community and was named through an online competition. This name was put forward by a supporter in loving memory of their brother. We thank them our Lions community for their wonderful support!

A big thank you to Tiggy’s puppy carer Amy for her wonderful work with her as she was growing up and learning. Her guidance has been invaluable in the fantastic start to Tiggy’s Assistance Dog career.

05/07/2024

Our 2025 Calendars are now available for purchase!

Please visit https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/product/2025-calendar/ to purchase your copy. All proceeds from sales help us continue to provide Assistance Dogs free of charge to those in need. 🐾

04/07/2024

Last week saw the placement of another one of our Medical Alert dogs, making it our 9th placement since the beginning of the program!

“Leonie” who is an Australian Labradoodle, will be working closely with her recipient to alert when their blood glucose levels are outside a specific target range.

Even on the first day of placement Leonie was going up to her recipient and touching with one paw touch which then alerts their recipient to check their levels and to action accordingly.

Leonie was sponsored in the puppy program by the Glenside Lions Club we thank them for their wonderful support. 🙌

A big thank you also to Leonie’s puppy carers Trudy, her daughter Georgia and all the family for their wonderful efforts in raising Leonie to be a well socialised pup and giving her a great start to her Assistance Dog career!

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ALHD Yannis

ALHD Yannis has been hard at work practising his sounds for our upcoming Open Day! Open Day is being held at 793 Mount Barker Rd Verdun on Sat the 20th of April from 10am to 2pm. Come and see our Hearing and Medical Alert dogs in action as well as our wonderful supporters and Market Stalls

🐾🥜 Celebrating National Peanut Butter Day with our Furry Friends! 🥳🐶 Today isn't just about peanut butter; it's a tail-wagging celebration for our beloved canine companions! 🐕🎉 On National Peanut Butter Day, let's pay homage to the classic canine delight - peanut butter! You can make art with your pup right now too! All you will need is some paint, plastic sheet protectors, thick papers for your canvas, and obviously peanut butter! Just simply slap some peanut butter onto the plastic sheet protector and slip in your canvas dribbled with paint, then let your friend go CRAZY!!! *Remember to ALWAYS check your peanut butter for xylitol as this chemical is bad for dogs!* Spread the love for our canine companions on this tasty occasion! 🐾❤️🥜 #NationalPeanutButterDay #doglove #dogart #pawsandpeanutbutter

Beating the Heat

We are about to experience some hot weather again in Adelaide over the next few days. Below are some great tips on how to keep your dog safe in the heat. Our Hearing and Medical Alert dogs in training all get nice splash pools in their yards, have early morning walks and get to go into their cool kennels early with a nice ice block or frozen carrot.

This holiday season, consider giving a gift to our puppies on behalf of someone you care about or treat yourself to one. It’s a heartwarming way to spread the spirit of giving this Christmas. 🎅❤️🐶 *Please note; this is not a merchandise item, this is a donation that will allow us to purchase the item associated with the donation. To purchase a Christmas Gift for a puppy or dog-in-training, follow the link: https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/donate/ You can also check out our Christmas Guide here:https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ALHD-Christmas-Gift-Guide.pdf

This World Diabetes Day: Know Your Risk, Know Your Response! We want to share the powerful reminder to stay active about your health. Understanding the risk factors for diabetes is key; family history, lifestyle choices, diet and so many more, knowing all this can help assess and make informed decisions about one’s well-being. However, it is equally vital to know how to respond effectively. Take charge and educate yourself, detect early signs, and adopt healthy habits. Your health journey is in your hands. We are taking applicants Australia wide for a Diabetic Alert Dog. If you're interested in initiating the application process, please visit our Medical Alert Dog program webpage here at: https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/medical-alert-dogs/ #WorldDiabetesDay #knowyourrisk #diabetesawareness #DiabeticAlertDogs #stayhealthy

Don't panic but there are only 11 Fridays until Christmas!🎄 With that in mind, we have a great new merchandise item in stock for your best mate, our Dog Christmas stockings! They are great to fill with all your dogs favourite treats and toys this upcoming festive season and are available for only $8. Plus at the same time you are helping to support our work of providing Hearing Assistance Dogs and Medical Alert Dogs free of charge to those in need! To order online check out: https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/product/christmas_stocking/

Some of our clever (and cheeky) Hearing Assistance and Medical Alert Dogs in training caught the train yesterday 🚂 It's very important that Assistance Dogs are comfortable on public transport as they accompany and assist their recipients out in the wider community. They all did a fantastic job and were comfortable in a different environment.

Meet some of our handsome Hearing dogs in training! 🐾 We want to celebrate National Week of Deaf People with you today by introducing some of our trainers and their trainee dogs. These amazing dogs are hard at work everyday so that they can become Assistance Dogs to Australians who are deaf or hard of hearing someday! ❤️ #NationalWeekOfDeafPeople #hearingdogs

Happy National Week of Deaf People (NWDP)! Imagine a world where Deaf people can sign anywhere! National Week of Deaf People (NWDP) is a weeklong national celebration of Deaf individuals and the Deaf Australian community, running from the 18th to the 25th of September. This amazing week provides an opportunity for everyone to celebrate the Deaf community, language, culture and history. It makes the public aware of their local, state and national Deaf communities and recognises the Deaf community’s achievements. #deafawareness #australianlionshearingdogs #celebrations

Poppy Puppies are now 6 weeks old! They are transitioning to more solid foods and have started going into the big yard where there are lots of toys to play with and new adventures to be had. So much fun! It won't be long until they will be going into their puppy socialisation homes. If you are based in South Australia and interested in becoming a puppy carer and helping raise Poppy's litter and future ALHD pups, please reach out to the team by calling 8388 7836 or sending an email to [email protected] 🐶

National Diabetes Week this year runs from 9-15 July, 2023. Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong autoimmune disease. Onset is often in childhood or early adolescence, and its cause unknown. Helping people with diabetes is a global cause of Lions Australia and Lions Clubs International and we are proud to use our provision of Assistance Dogs to contribute to the wellbeing of people with type 1 diabetes. This year, we want to spend National Diabetes Week raising awareness of the varying challenges people with type 1 diabetes are often faced with, and to highlight the significance of self-care, regular monitoring of blood glucose levels, healthy eating habits, physical activity, and medication adherence. Today we’d like to share a video of Medical Alert Dog in training, Bailey, and his progress towards becoming a Diabetic Alert Dog!

Poppy's Litter 3 Weeks Old

Do you have time to open your heart and your home to one of our gorgeous puppies? We are looking for some wonderful volunteers to help with our current litter of Australian Labradoodles. If you are based in South Australia and can meet the below criteria we would love to hear from you! 🐾be able to care for a future Assistance Dog pup on a short-term, long-term or sporadic basis 🐾keep the puppy safe, providing a nurturing and supportive environment for them to thrive 🐾with support from the ALHD puppy socialisation team, introduce basic obedience and training 🐾be available for fortnightly visits with the puppy socialisation team to ensure the puppy has a consistent education 🐾introduce the puppy to a variety of people and environments, helping to create a well-socialised pup 🐾 also, all food, vet care, and bedding is provided for the duration of care 🐾most of all, you will enjoy your time with the puppy, allowing them to be part of your family and lifestyle, whilst giving back to the disability community. For more information please contact the team on [email protected] or call the training centre on 8388 7836.

Our most recent Hearing Assistance Dog Placement was ALHD “Sunny”. She made the big trip on the plane ✈️ to her new recipient. Sunny is an Australian Labradoodle, she has been settling in well over the last few weeks and working with the local Lions Club to let her recipient know when sounds are occurring in the home.

ALHD “Buddy” traveled from Adelaide to Sydney to be placed with his hard of hearing recipient last week. Hearing Assistance Dogs have access rights and can accompany their recipient in public. Buddy was affectionately named by one of our wonderful sponsors. A big thank you to Danielle and her family for socialising Buddy and give him the best start to his Assistance Dog career. Here’s part of Buddy’s journey to his new home!

Lions Awareness Day is held by Lions Clubs throughout Australia on the 4th and 5th of March 2023. Australian Lions Hearing Dogs is a Lions project that was started in 1980 with the first Hearing Assistance Dog being placed in 1982. Since its inception, Lions Clubs from all around Australia have contributed so much to our organisation with their time supporting placements and donations to help fund the organisation. Australian Lions Hearing Dogs could not continue providing our amazing services free of charge without Lions Clubs and their members. We are so grateful to you all! 🦁

Trainee ALHD “Reece” showing off her recall with trainer Nick, good girl Reece!

Medical Alert Dog “Faye” has been trained to bring a hypokit containing sugar sources if her recipient is having a diabetic low and unable to safely seek treatment themselves.

Trainee ALHD “Sunny” practising her heeling and attention on her Trainer Marcello. We only practice off lead work in a safe and secure environment! All Hearing Assistance Dogs need good obedience for their role in public in shops, restaurants and on public transport. Good girl Sunny 🌞

SMOOTH OR CRUNCHY? Settle the debate with your dog with some Xylitol free peanut butter! #nationalpeanutbutterday #lionshearingdogs

Part of training to be a Hearing Assistance Dog is getting used to traffic and busy areas. ALHD “Lan” is not only learning to relax on her mat in these environments but is also getting used to mobility aids such as walkers and gophers.

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