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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 06/07/2026

Fantastic Flynn is heading out 🐕‍🦺 In the third stage of his training, Flynn's exploring the different public places he might visit with his future deaf partner. He did a super job keeping his focus and took everything in his stride. Keep it up Team Flynn 🐾

Golden miniature poodle, Flynn, laying down indoors in his burgundy training jacket which reads "I'm learning to be a hearing dog" down the side in white.

Flynn is looking up at the camera with his paws in front of him.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 13/05/2026

Ginny is off to the supermarket 🛒 She wasn't fazed by any of the tempting treats or distractions and even resisted picking up a new teddy bear to take home. She's very proud of herself, and we'd have to agree that she did a brilliant job! Well done Team Ginny 🐾🥰

Yellow Labrador, Ginny, standing at the self checkout tills of a supermarket in her burgundy training jacket which reads "I'm learning to be a hearing dog" down the side in white. Ginny is looking up at the camera with her mouth open in a big smile and behind her is a display box filled with stuffed teddies with the opening right at Ginny's eye level.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 11/05/2026

In the early stages of his hearing dog training, little Arthur has been working on his basic cues and has already mastered his 'Sit' 🐶 He did brilliantly practising on his walk and showed lovely focus on his volunteer. Keep it up Team Arthur 🎉

Golden cocker spaniel puppy, Arthur, sitting down on the pavement and looking towards the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 10/05/2026

Good morning from super Sunny 🐶 In the prime position for belly rubs, Sunny knows that nobody can resist his not-so-subtle hints. He's been doing a super job in the early stages of his hearing dog training, learning his 'Sit' and 'Down'. Keep it up Sunny 🐾🥰

White and black cocker spaniel puppy, Sunny, laying down indoors on his back with his front paws in the air waiting for a belly rub.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 09/05/2026

We're celebrating super Susie 🎉 She's heading into the final stage of her hearing dog training after passing her Puppy 3 Star ⭐ This is where Susie will learn to alert her future deaf partner to important sounds like the doorbell and smoke alarm. Good luck Team Susie 🐾🥰

A three-photo montage of apricot cockapoo Susie.

Top left - A close up of Susie as a puppy - she is looking directly at the camera with her mouth open.

Bottom left - Susie still as a puppy and she is lying on her back in a cardboard box full of multi-coloured balls.

Right - A recent photo of Susie who is noticeably older. She is sitting on the floor of a shop and is looking upwards to the side. She is wearing her burgundy Hearing Dogs jacket.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 08/05/2026

Hearing dog Buddy is always the perfect customer 🐕‍🦺 Buddy always shows lovely focus on his deaf partner, Aaron, when they're out in public and did a super job during their recent visit to the shops. We're so proud of you, Buddy 🐾🐶

Yellow Labrador, Buddy, standing in the furniture section of a second-hand shop wearing his burgundy assistance dog jacket and looking towards the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 07/05/2026

Paws and smell the roses 🌹 Hearing dog in training, Pickles, settled comfortably and still kept his focus on his volunteer whilst she browsed the flowers. Settling is a key skill for any hearing dog when they visit public places, and Pickles did a super job 🐾

Blue roan cocker spaniel, Pickles, laying down indoors in front of buckets filled with different coloured flowers. He's wearing his burgundy training jacket and looking up at this volunteer who's stood off camera to the right.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 06/05/2026

Terry has some terrific news 🎉 He's passed the first stage of his hearing dog training where he's been learning his basic cues like 'Sit' and 'Wait'. Next up for Terry will be working on his recall and impulse control as he heads into his Puppy 2 Star. Well done Team Terry 🥰

Young yellow Labrador, Terry, sitting indoors and looking at the camera with his head tilted to the side. His Puppy 1 Star certificate is being held up in front of him, close to the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 05/05/2026

Mowgli won't find his chicken flavour toothpaste in this aisle 🪥 But he's happy to wait patiently whilst his volunteer browses! Shopping with his partner will be an everyday task for Mowgli once he's qualified, so it's important he feels confident. Well done Team Mowgli 🐾🥰

Black Labrador, Mowgli, sitting in the aisle of the supermarket and looking up towards the camera. Mowgli is wearing his burgundy training jacket and sitting in front of the shelves filled with toothbrushes.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 04/05/2026

It's #DeafAwarenessWeek & we're highlighting some barriers that many deaf people face. Joanna, with hearing dog Joey, shares: “Supermarkets were a challenge. I’ve been asked to move out of the way but I didn’t hear. One person even pushed their trolley into the back of my legs to make a point.”

Joanna is sitting on the grass outside and is looking at the camera, smiling. Next to her is black miniature poodle Joey, who is wearing his Hearing Dogs burgundy jacket.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 03/05/2026

Sadie is soaking up that sunshine ☀️ This clever pup is in the first stage of her puppy training, where she's being encouraged to explore new sights and sounds, and has been learning her basic cues like 'Sit' and 'Down'. Here she is showing off that super 'Sit' 🐾

Black cocker spaniel puppy, Sadie, sitting outdoors on the grass in a garden and looking up towards the camera in the sunshine.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 02/05/2026

Off to the shops 🛒 Shopping with his partner will be an everyday task for Nimbus once he's qualified, so it's important he feels confident 🐕‍🦺 He showed great focus and wasn't fazed by any of the in-store distractions, like trolleys or treats. Well done Team Nimbus 🐾

White and golden cocker spaniel, Nimbus, walking down a refrigerated aisle in the supermarket beside his volunteer trainer. Nimbus is wearing his burgundy training jacket and is looking up at the camera as they pause beside a trolley.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 01/05/2026

Congratulations to Cocker Spaniel Patsy, who has passed the third stage of her hearing dog training! 🥳 Patsy has been doing a fab job practising in the public places she will visit with her future deaf partner, and she has also been making so many friends along the way.

A three-photo montage of golden cocker spaniel Patsy.

Patsy and her sister Phoebe (also golden) are sitting on a path with grass and buttercups behind. Patsy and Phoebe are both looking up to the right and there is a glorious orange and yellow sunset behind them.

Top right - Patsy and her friend - yellow Labrador Quizzie - are running outside and both have balls in their mouths.

Bottom right - Patsy and black cocker spaniel Bailey are sitting on a pathway outside and are looking up to the right.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 30/04/2026

Happy Marco is in the final stage of his hearing dog training 🐕‍🦺 He's been spending lots of time out and about in his burgundy training jacket, exploring public places, and he is now focusing more on practising his soundwork! Keep up the super work Marco 🐾🥰

Golden cockapoo, Marco, sitting indoors at a café in his burgundy training jacket which reads "I'm learning" down the side in white. Marco is looking over his shoulder with his mouth open in a big smile and sat on a bench behind him, is his volunteer trainer.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 29/04/2026

A very first certificate for little Ada as she has raced through the first stage of her hearing dog training 😊 Ada has done a brilliant job learning her basic cues such as 'Sit', 'Down' and 'Wait', as well as confidently investigating lots of new sights, sounds and smells.

Golden cocker spaniel puppy, Ada, standing outdoors on the grass in the garden beside her framed Puppy 1 Star certificate whilst turning to look at the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 28/04/2026

Good morning from the garden centre 🪴 Hearing dog in training, Orca, has been working on putting her 'Sit' into practice in public places. Garden centres are the perfect place for Orca's early training, as they're relaxed environments with lots of new sights & smells 🐾

Young yellow Labrador, Orca, sitting outdoors at the garden centre and looking up at the camera whilst he volunteer stand just off camera to the right. Behind her is a raised planter with small flower pots.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 27/04/2026

Hearing dog Albert is soaking up the sunshine ☀️ As he heads out with his deaf partner, Sarah, we know Albert will be the perfect companion in his burgundy jacket. From train trips to busy cafés, Albert always keep his focus on Sarah and we're so proud of him 🥰

Golden cocker spaniel, Albert, standing on the platform of a train station in his burgundy assistance dog jacket with his head raised and eyes closed in the sunshine.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 26/04/2026

There is a dog behind this mighty booper! 🐶 Hearing dog Valley is here to wish everyone who gives her a little 'boop' a very happy weekend. Valley was partnered with Ana back in 2020 and we're so proud of the difference she's made 🐾🥰

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 25/04/2026

Parker is starting to explore new places 🐶 In the second stage of his hearing dog training, he's been people watching and getting familiar with the sounds of traffic & people carrying their shopping. He even popped in to a dog-friendly shop for a browse - well done Parker 🎉

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 24/04/2026

Fantastic news for Freya who's received something special in the post! Freya has been awarded her rosette for passing the second stage of her hearing dog training - the Puppy 2 Star ⭐ Next up, Freya will be exploring public places with her volunteer! Well done Team Freya 🎉

Black and tan cocker spaniel, Freya, sitting indoors on a grey dog bed and looking towards the camera with a burgundy and green rosette with two silver stars on her collar.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 23/04/2026

Marco showed off his super settle as his volunteer trainer stopped for coffee catch up 👏🐾 Settling is an incredibly important skill for any hearing dog, as we want our pups to be relaxed and comfortable in the many different public places they visit with their deaf partners.

Golden cockapoo, Marco, laying down on a wooden floor indoors at a coffee shop. Marco is wearing his burgundy training jacket which reads "I'm learning" down the side in white as he looks up at his volunteer who's sitting just off camera to the left.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 22/04/2026

Lovely Lupin has some exciting news... After passing the second stage of his hearing dog training, he's now the proud owner of a burgundy training jacket 🐕‍🦺 Next for Lupin will be exploring busy public places and taking his first trip on the bus. Well done Team Lupin 🐾🥰

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 21/04/2026

The happiest #TongueOutTuesday from Kira 🐶 She's in the final stage of her hearing dog training and has been doing a brilliant job learning how to alert to important sounds like the smoke alarm. Keep it up Team Kira 🐾🥰

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 20/04/2026

The cutest cocker spaniels in the café ☕️ Hearing dog in training, Jerry, has been following in the paws of demo dog Cooper (right) on their visit to a dog-friendly coffee shop. They showed off their super settles and weren't fazed by all the yummy smells & tasty treats 🐾

Two cocker spaniel laying down indoors on a black mat.

On the left is white and golden cocker spaniel, Jerry, and on the right is blue roan cocker spaniel, Cooper. Both dogs are looking up at the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 19/04/2026

Good morning from hearing dog puppy, Bea 🐶 Bea is in the first stage of her hearing dog training and between playtime and zoomies, has been doing a brilliant job learning her basic cues like 'Sit' and 'Wait'. Keep it up Bea 🐾🥰

Blue roan cocker spaniel puppy, Bea, in the garden looking up. She has one front paw off the ground as she trots around the garden.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 18/04/2026

Adorable Oona is showing off her picture perfect pose 📸 After travelling on public transport and visiting public places for the third stage of her hearing dog training, nothing beats a good weekend walk! Except just maybe a tasty treat or two 🐶

Black miniature poodle, Oona, sitting outdoors on a woodland path and looking towards the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 17/04/2026

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 16/04/2026

Primrose waited patiently on her trip to the coffee shop ☕️ In the third stage of her hearing dog training, Primrose is enjoying lots of short and happy visits to public places and she did a fab job maintaining her focus around all the tasty smells. Well done Primrose 🐾🥰

Yellow Labrador, Primrose, sitting indoors and looking towards the camera. She is wearing her burgundy training jacket which reads "I'm learning to be a hearing dog" down the side in white and sitting beside a Costa express branded sandwich board.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 15/04/2026

Class is in session for hearing dog in training, Roxy! Our clever girl is in the second stage of her training and has been working on her basic cues and recall in class 🐶 Here she is showing great focus on her volunteer whilst working on her 'Sit'. Well done Roxy 🎉

Golden cocker spaniel puppy, Roxy, sitting indoors on a green mat and looking up at her volunteer, sitting just off camera to the left. In the background there are other puppies laying and sitting down in the class with their volunteers.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 14/04/2026

It's exciting news for Nelson! He's passed the third stage of his hearing dog training - the Puppy 3 Star ⭐ Next up for Nelson is his soundwork, where he'll learn how to alert his future deaf partner to important, and potentially life-saving, sounds. Well done Team Nelson 🎉

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 13/04/2026

Kira and Marney are matching in their burgundy training jackets 🐕‍🦺 Supermarkets can be busy and distracting places featuring lots of unusual items and smells. So we'll do lots of training trips to make sure they're comfortable when they go with their future deaf partners 🥰

Two golden cockapoos, Kira and Marney, sitting near the tills at a supermarket. Kira is on the left and Marney is beside her on the right, they're both wearing their burgundy training jackets and looking towards the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 12/04/2026

Three blue roans, all sat in a row? Treats must be nearby 🐶 Hearing dog in training Pickles (left) has been learning a thing or two from his pals hearing dog Rose & demo dog Cooper (right). The most important lesson, has been posing perfectly for maximum belly rubs & treats 🐾

Three blue roan cocker spaniels laying down side by side on a grey mat in the kitchen. From left to right is Pickles, Rose, and Cooper.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 11/04/2026

Taylor's taking a break at the café ☕️ Taylor is in the third stage of her hearing dog training and has started visiting new public spaces she might visit with her future deaf partner. She's been practising her 'sit' and learning to settle in new environments 🐾🥰

Golden miniature poodle, Taylor, sitting indoors in a coffee shop in her burgundy training jacket which reads "I'm learning" down the side. Taylor is looking up at her volunteer, who's sitting off camera to the right.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 10/04/2026

Like every growing pup, Sunny takes his mealtimes very seriously 🐶 He always knows when it's time for breakfast, and has a very clever way of making sure you never forget. Thanks for the reminder Sunny🥰

Black and white cocker spaniel puppy, Sunny, running towards the camera indoors carrying a grey dog bowl in his mouth.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 09/04/2026

Amazing Albus has passed the second stage of his hearing dog training - the Puppy 2 Star ⭐ He's now the proud owner of a burgundy training jacket, which he's been trying on for size before taking it out for a spin to the shops. Well done Team Albus 🎉

Brown cocker spaniel, Albus, sitting indoors in his burgundy training jacket that reads "I'm learning" in white down the side as he looks up at the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 08/04/2026

Maybe a little treat for me? 😊 Hearing dog Syd always does a brilliant job when visiting public places with his deaf partner, showing lovely focus and making sure he's in the perfect spot for chin rests and head scratches Definitely a well-deserved treat for you Syd! 🐶🐾

Black miniature poodle, Syd, wearing his burgundy assistance dog jacket and resting his head on the knee of his deaf partner as he sits under a table and looks up at the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 07/04/2026

It's time for puppy class with Preston 🐶 In the second stage of his hearing dog training, Preston been a busy boy learning his basic cues and working on his settle and recall in class. Here he is showing off his super 'Sit' 🎉

Young yellow Labrador, Preston, sitting indoors on a green mat and looking up at the camera with his head tilted to the side.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 06/04/2026

Fantastic Flint has some exciting news ✨ He's going to be a hearing dog after learning his soundwork & passing his final assessment. Flint has grown from a sweet pup into a clever boy who's going to change his partner's life 🐕‍🦺 We're so proud of Team Flint, well done 🐾🥰

Four image collage of black cockapoo, Flint.

Left image shows Flint sitting indoors and looking off camera to the right with his Puppy 5 Star accreditation certificate in front of him.

Top right is Flint as a puppy sitting outside in the sunshine looking up at the camera with brown leaves scattered around the floor and a large green dog-shaped toy behind him.

Middle right is Flint sitting on the tiled floor of a kitchen and looking towards the camera. In front of him is his Puppy 1 Star certificate and rosette.

Bottom right shows Flint sitting at a bus stop in his burgundy training jacket that reads "I'm learning" down the side in white. He's looking up at his volunteer sat in the bus shelter, just off camera to the right.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 05/04/2026

Happy Easter from the wonderful Albert and from everyone at Hearing Dogs ❤️🐶 The shops can be full of new and interesting items at this time of year, but nothing stops Albert from focusing on his partner, Sarah. Don't worry Albert, we're sure there's a dog-friendly treat coming your way 😊

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 03/04/2026

Hearing dog in training Koko is jumping into the long weekend with her best impression of the Easter bunny 🐰 Koko is a very happy cockapoo, who is doing a great job learning how to alert her future deaf partner to sounds like an alarm clock and smoke alarm 🐾

Red cockapoo Koko is joyfully leaping through green grass with her ears flying upward in mid-air action shot.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 01/04/2026

Marvellous Murphy waiting patiently in the queue at a coffee shop ☕️ In the third stage of his training, Murphy is enjoying lots of short and happy visits to public places and he did a fab job maintaining his focus. Well done Murphy 🐾🥰

Golden cockapoo, Murphy, sitting indoors in a coffee shop on a patterned wooden floor and looking up towards the camera.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 30/03/2026

Barney is one happy boy 🐶 He's learning his soundwork in the final stages of his hearing dog training and is doing a brilliant job. When Barney hears the cooker timer go off, he's up and ready to alert his volunteer and lead them to the sound with a big smile on his face 🐾🥰

White and golden cocker spaniel, Barney, sitting indoors besides a coffee table with a cooker timer on it. He's looking towards the camera with his mouth open in a big smile.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 29/03/2026

A little Mocha to start the day ☕️ Mocha is one of our amazing ambassador dogs who's favourite spot has to be the seaside! Our happy poodle is always ready for close up wherever he goes, and nothing beats a little beach 'boop' 🐾🌊

An extreme close up of brown miniature poodle, Mocha, at the beach. Mocha's face is very close to the camera and his nose is centre of the photo and is almost pressing up against the screen with his mouth open in a happy smile.

Behind Mocha is the beach, sea. and a blue sky.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 27/03/2026

Fabulous Fred is an absolute star! 🌟 Our clever Cockapoo has passed his final assessment and is going to change someone's life as one of our amazing companion dogs. We're so proud of Fred, he's been a joy to train and we know he'll make the world of difference to his partner.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 25/03/2026

Hearing dog Scamp is always such a relaxed passenger 🐕‍🦺 Nothing fazes Scamp when he accompanies his partner Amelia to many different public places. He takes it all in his stride and is comfortable travelling with Amelia wherever she needs to go, making us so proud! 🐾🥰

Close up of golden cocker spaniel, Scamp, sitting in the space between seats on a train and looking up at the camera with his nose taking up most of the photo.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 23/03/2026

Today is #NationalPuppyDay and little Amber has some amazing news... She's passed the first stage of her hearing dog training! 🌟 Amber has done a brilliant job learning her basic cues such as 'Sit', 'Down' and 'Wait', as well as confidently investigating lots of new sights, sounds and smells.

Young golden cocker spaniel, Amber, sitting outside on the grass and looking up towards the camera with a burgundy and green rosette, with one silver star on the ribbon, on her collar.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 22/03/2026

Coffee, cake, and a very clever Jerry! During his hearing dog training, Jerry has been working on his settle in different environments with his volunteer to build important skills he'll use with his future deaf partner. Keep up the good work, Jerry 🐾🐶

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 21/03/2026

Marney is patiently waiting for a 'boop' In the third stage of his hearing dog training, Marney is exploring busy places & gaining confidence on public transport. In the next stage, he'll learn how to use that mighty boop to alert his future deaf partner to important sounds 🐾

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 18/03/2026

The wonderful hearing dog Dolly is always the perfect customer 🐕‍🦺 Dolly has been changing the life of her deaf partner, Nicola, ever since they became a team in July 2020 and always shows lovely focus when they're out in public. Well done Dolly 🐾🐶

Blue roan cocker spaniel, Dolly, sitting outdoors at the garden centre in her burgundy assistance dog jacket and looking up over her shoulder. There are flowers on a low display just behind her.

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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People @hearingdogs.org.uk · 17/03/2026

A big hello to little Amber! 🐶 Amber has just started her early training and is already showing off all the important skills she's been learning. She's doing a super job with her 'Sit' and the very important head tilt, which always guarantees a fuss and extra cuddles 🥰

Golden cocker spaniel, Amber, sitting outdoors on the grass and looking towards the camera with her head tilted to the right.

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