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Catching Sight: How a Guide Dog Helped Me See Myself

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An in-person event presented by East End Books Ptown, featuring Deni Elliott and Graham Buck. The event explores Deni Elliott's journey through progressive blindness and how a guide dog transformed her understanding of disability and independence. Co-authored with master trainer Graham Buck, the discussion offers insights into guide dog training, the bond between humans and animals, and themes of disability, identity, and partnership. The event includes a detailed look at the world of guide dog breeding and training, highlighting the intelligence and decision-making skills of guide dogs, with a focus on Alberta, a yellow Labrador. The session aims to provide a fresh perspective on disability and the power of human-animal relationships.

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