What kind of dogs are usually used as guide dogs?
Ninety-five percent of guide dogs are Labradors. Years ago, they used German shepherds, but they’re a lot more temperamental than Labradors. All of mine have been Labradors. I have been using guide dogs for 20years. Is there any other interesting information you have about guide dogs or about your disability? One interesting thing is that 80 percent of people who are considered blind have some degree of residual sight. Some have light perception, some have shape and shadow perception, some people who are legally blind can even read large print. If your vision is 20/200 or worse, you are legally blind. Another thing is that when Ean is not working, he’s just a dog. He has more toys than my grandson.
