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Guide Dogs Singapore is a charity for the blind and visually impaired. A steadily increasing number of potential clients have also joined our waiting list.

We aim to build an inclusive society where every person who's blind or vision impaired achieves their fullest potential. Guide Dogs Singapore has been responsible for successfully training and pairing 10 guide dog teams in our history, of which 5 are currently active.

07/05/2026

"Sniff sniff… which scent would you pick? 👀

Our clients enjoyed a fun afternoon exploring fragrance notes and creating their own personalised scents with Carden SG. Huge thanks to the wonderful student volunteers from NTU WSC RSP Vision of Hope for organising this special experience!

[Image description 1: A GDS client and a student volunteer smile at the camera while holding scent strips during a fragrance-making workshop.]

[Image description 2: A student volunteer assists a GDS client in mixing fragrance oils at a table covered with scent strips, bottles, and workshop materials.]

[Image description 3: Two NTU student volunteers guide a GDS client during a fragrance workshop, helping him explore scent strips and fragrance materials on a table.]

[Image description 4: A student volunteer helps a GDS client smell a fragrance strip while explaining the scent.]

[Image description 5: A student volunteer sits beside a GDS client who smells a fragrance strip while small bottles of perfume oils are placed on the table.]

06/05/2026

And that’s a wrap on another Flag Day!🫶🏻

A big thank you to everyone who made it possible. From our dedicated volunteers on the ground, to supporters who helped reshare our posts, and the many kind donors who stopped by to contribute. We even spotted some familiar faces who return year after year to support the cause!

If you would like to support the cause further, donations can still be made via giving.sg/donate/campaign/gds-igdd26. 100% of the funds raised go towards services that empower the visually impaired community.

[Image description 1: A guide dog user kneeling beside his guide dog while holding a Flag Day donation tin.]

[Image description 2: A guide dog lying on the floor looking up, next to a Flag Day 2026 donation tin held in hand.]

[Image description 3: Two volunteers holding Flag Day donation tins while posing for a photo as a GDS staff member takes their picture.]

[Image description 4: Two guide dog users with their guide dogs sitting beside them.]

[Image description 5: A GDS client holding a white cane and a Flag Day donation tin at a public area.]

[Image description 6: A volunteer and a GDS guide dog user smiling with her guide dog while holding a Flag Day donation tin.]

[Image description 7: A GDS guide dog user seated with his guide dog, holding a Flag Day donation tin.]

[Image description 8: A group of volunteers posing indoors with Flag Day donation tins, with a guide dog user and her guide dog in front.]

[Image description 9: Two volunteers standing side by side holding Flag Day donation tins and sticker sheets.]

[Image description 10: A close-up selfie taken at 0.5x showing two GDS staff, a GDS client, and a Flag Day volunteer. The client and volunteer are each holding a donation tin, smiling together.]

03/05/2026

A few months ago, our Director John visited the team at Guide Dogs Victoria (GDV), one of our long-standing partners.

Over the years, GDV and GDS have worked closely together to exchange knowledge, strengthen training practices, and better support guide dog users across both communities. We are incredibly grateful for this partnership and look forward to continuing to learn and grow together.

Swipe to the end to catch a throwback of our Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Christina during her training days with GDV 🐾

[Image description 1: GDS Director John takes a close-up selfie with a guide dog, gently holding its chin.]

[Image description 2: GDS Director John and GDV CEO Nicky stand beside a screen that reads “Welcome to Guide Dogs Victoria,” followed by a group selfie of three GDV staff members with John.]

[Image description 3: A group of light-coloured puppies resting together on the floor.]

[Image description 4: A basket filled with black and cream plush guide dog toys wearing orange vests.]

[Image description 5: Christina wears a blindfold as she walks along a wet sidewalk with a guide dog.]

01/05/2026

It wasn’t always possible for people with vision loss to move around safely and independently. Swipe to see how Orientation & Mobility (O&M) training began and how it has evolved into what it is today.

[Image description 1: Close-up of a person walking with a white cane on tactile paving near a lift, with text introducing the origins of O&M training.]

[Image description 2: Two people using white canes crossing a street, with text explaining how early canes were used mainly as signals rather than navigation tools.]

[Image description 3: A man using a long cane swept side to side, with text describing early cane techniques used to detect obstacles.]

[Image description 4: A man holding a long cane during training, with text explaining the development of structured O&M techniques in the 1940s.]

[Image description 5: A young girl using a white cane practices navigating steps with guidance from an instructor, with text explaining what O&M training means today.]

30/04/2026

We’re hiring! If you’re keen to join our team, head to https://guidedogs.org.sg/about-us/career/ to view the full job description and apply ✨

[Image description: Hiring poster for an Administrative & Accounts Executive role with key responsibilities listed, featuring a group working together in an office and a call to apply via the website.]

29/04/2026

Happy International Guide Dog Day! 🐾 Today, we celebrate the dedication and training that goes into preparing guide dogs for their important role.

In Episode Four of “What Exactly Did Shi Lin Do During Her Training to Become a Guide Dog Mobility Instructor,” Shi Lin shares a glimpse of how guide dog trainees are exposed to different environments during training. These experiences help them get used to different situations so they can stay calm and focused when guiding their blind handler in the future.

Drop a ❤️ in the comments to give all guide dogs in training some virtual pats.

[Video description: A montage of a guide dog in training being exposed to different environments, including a café, train station, bus, and toilet. The video ends with the guide dog trainee guiding Shi Lin to a seat in a shopping mall.]

27/04/2026

Ever thought of starting your own fundraiser but didn’t know where to begin? 🐾

Here’s a quick and simple guide to help you fundraise for Guide Dogs Singapore and support the visually impaired community.

[Image description 1: A group of volunteers walking along a garden path with a guide dog, with text overlay about starting a fundraising campaign on Giving.sg.]

[Image description 2: Screens showing Guide Dogs Singapore Giving.sg page with a “Fundraise for us” button, and a Singpass login page for account access.]

[Image description 3: Screens showing a campaign creation form on Giving.sg and a “submitted for approval” page, alongside text explaining the review and publishing process.]

[Image description 4: Four examples of fundraising ideas, including a birthday cake, a person running, baked goods, and a group yoga session.]

24/04/2026

Our guide dogs are ready for GDS Flag Day tomorrow! 🐾 Spot our volunteers across Singapore and support the cause with a donation. You will receive a cute sticker as a little thank you.

Cannot make it tomorrow, but would still like to support the blind and visually impaired community? Donate today via giving.sg/donate/campaign/gds-igdd26

[Image description 1: A black Labrador guide dog lying on the floor beside a Guide Dogs Singapore Flag Day donation tin with dog stickers visible. ]

[Image description 2: A yellow Labrador guide dog lying on the floor beside a Guide Dogs Singapore Flag Day donation tin with stickers on the lid.]

[Image description 3: A yellow Labrador guide dog lying on the floor beside two Guide Dogs Singapore Flag Day donation tins.]

21/04/2026

Our pups are out and about, exploring new places and celebrating special moments with their pawfriends. 🐾

Through our partner organisation, Nippon Lighthouse Guide Dog Training Centre, the puppies are placed with dedicated volunteer puppy raisers who play a crucial role in their early development. A key part of their journey is being introduced to different environments. This helps them gain real-world experience, socialise with people, and learn how to behave calmly and confidently in various settings as they grow into future guide dogs.

Support the training of our future guide dogs by donating via giving.sg/donate/campaign/gds-igdd26

[Image description 1: A yellow Labrador sitting beside a planter of pink roses in bright sunlight.]

[Image description 2: Four Labradors sitting under a birthday-decorated gazebo with a “Happy Birthday” banner.]

[Image description 3: Two Labradors sitting in front of oversized inflatable Santa and snowman decorations.]

18/04/2026

Sometimes the best way to learn… is to struggle a little 👀

What are some unpopular things you do in your job that actually help people grow? Share them with us below!

[Image description 1: Assistive technology trainer guiding a visually impaired client using a keyboard. Slide title reads “Unpopular things I do as an Assistive Technology Trainer.”]

[Image description 2: Trainer observing as a client navigates a smartphone. Text explains that the trainer sometimes lets clients struggle a little so they can learn through trial and error.]

[Image description 3: Trainer guiding clients during an assistive technology lesson. Text explains that clients are sometimes asked to close their eyes to practise relying on screen readers and gestures.]

[Image description 4: Trainer assisting a client with a smartphone during a training session. Text explains that repeating tasks helps clients become familiar with apps and device features over time.]

16/04/2026

Something as routine as boarding a bus can look very different when you cannot rely on sight.

Through GDS’ Orientation and Mobility training, blind commuters learn practical techniques that enable them to navigate public transportation safely and independently.

Reshare this post to help spread awareness. After all, a little awareness at shared spaces like bus stops can go a long way.

[Video description: A montage of Orientation and Mobility training showing a blind commuter boarding and exiting a bus, including close-up shots of a white cane used to locate the bus door and check the gap between the bus and the platform.]

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