Ferry, shopping, lunch: Bay Area guide dogs get some real-world training
Briefly

The outing served as a crucial socialization exercise, allowing puppies-in-training to experience transit, public spaces, and dining, essential for their development as guide dogs.
It's important for puppies to learn good manners and be exposed to real-world situations like public transportation and shopping, preparing them for their future roles.
Puppy trainers and volunteers gained valuable interaction with clients and guide dogs, strengthening the community ties essential to the mission of Guide Dogs for the Blind.
With over 16,000 guide teams graduated since 1942, Guide Dogs for the Blind not only aids mobility but also advocates for policy reforms related to blindness.
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