
Central Bark shares the stories and conversations that make Guide Dogs for the Blind's life-changing mission so unique. Join our host, Theresa Stern, and special guests as they discuss how lives are changed every day through the special partnerships created between people, dogs and communities. Learn everything you ever wanted to know about our pups (from guide dog DNA to training techniques), and... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 51 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationBusinessNon-Profit | |||

We love getting questions from our listeners, so for this episode, we asked GDB staff (the real experts!) to answer some of the most common questions that you send us. Hear from our Canine Welfare Neonatal Team about puppy socialization and activitie... more
Catch up with GDB Client and Paralympic Gold Medalist, Olivia Chambers, and her guide dog, Mahi. Since graduating from GDB, Olivia has completed college, won GOLD and two SILVER medals in the Paris Paralympic Games, and travels the world representing... more
A personal discussion about guide dog retirement, applying for a successor guide dog, and what it’s like to form a bond with your new partner. Theresa’s guest will be Apprentice Guide Dog Mobility Instructor, Carlos Gutierrez, who was her instructor ... more
Theresa talks with Amy Salger, GDB's Alumni Engagement Manager, to talk about the unique role that our Alumni Association plays in supporting our clients and building community. They also discuss plans for the upcoming Alumni Reunion in October 2025.... more
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I can’t wait for the next podcast to drop. Keep it up!
My GDB guide dog and I love listening to this podcast! It’s always very informative. We love hearing about other people and their guide dogs.
I love all the relevant info presented. I am a 4 time GDB graduate. Thank you Theresa for bringing this content to us!
We are on day 3 of puppy raising ! Loved listening to yo the podcast to get and understand the bigger picture! Our little black lab is a sweetheart and it’s so interesting to see that research is guiding the way for dog raising! Thank you for this podcast!
Thanks for a great podcast with a charismatic host. As someone going into handler training next month, I would love hear podcast about the training or the perspective of handlers before and after the training.
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Centered around the transformative impact of guide dogs, this podcast explores the unique partnerships formed between canines and humans within the community of Guide Dogs for the Blind. It spans topics from in-depth discussions on puppy training techniques to personal stories of clients and volunteers, emphasizing not just the training of guide dogs but also the emotional and social aspects of these relationships. The content features inspiring guests, including athletes and staff, sharing their experiences and insights. This engaging approach to storytelling provides a comprehensive view of the organization's mission, making it captivating for anyone interested in animal welfare, community service, or personal empowerment through service ... more
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
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