BC & Alberta Guide Dogs needs volunteers to help raise puppies on Vancouver Island that will become life-changing dogs for individuals who are blind/visually impaired and children with autism.

Our puppies live with volunteer families from 8 weeks of age until they start advanced training. All food and vet costs are covered. Volunteers receive ongoing training throughout the program. 

There are several requirements to be a volunteers puppy raiser. They include:

• Be available for training during the day at least 3 times per month 

• Live in the Victoria or Nanaimo area 

• Be willing to take the puppy with you everywhere you go 

• Be strong enough to control a large dog 

For more information or to volunteer, email Samantha Jagt at samantha.jagt@bcguidedog.com or by phone at 1-250-217-3132. You can also find additional information at https://bcandalbertaguidedogs.com/volunteer/raise-a-puppy/