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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.

19/12/2025

Shi Lin is back from Australia and is officially Guide Dogs Singapore’s second Guide Dog Mobility Instructor. After two and a half years of intensive training, she is ready to train and guide the next generation of guide dogs. Stay tuned for snippets from her training journey!

P.S. She says she missed chwee kueh with chilli the most… someone please get her that right now 😆🌶️

[Image description 1: Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Shi Lin sits on a chair with a black Labrador guide dog in harness sitting in front.]

[Image description 2: A group of five guide dog mobility instructors sit on a bench at a train station with five guide dogs resting on the floor in front of them.]

[Image description 3: Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Shi Lin takes a selfie with a black Labrador guide dog.]

16/12/2025

Flying off for the holidays? Here’s one final thing to check off: your tax-deductible donation. ✈️

When you donate to Guide Dogs Singapore before 31 December 2025, you’ll qualify for your 2025 tax assessment with 250% tax exemption. For every $1 you give, $2.50 will be deducted from your taxable income. It’s a simple way to give back while saving at the same time.

Donate today via www.giving.sg/donate/campaign/gds-dec25 and make your generosity count for them and for you.

[Video description: A background video of gentle seaside waves crashing onto the shore. Overlaid text reminds viewers to make their tax-deductible donation before 31 December for their 2025 tax assessment.]

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13/12/2025

Clare may be our oldest guide dog, but have you seen that girl? Age is just a number for her. She’s been taking Antinol Rapid since she was young, keeping her joints strong, her coat shiny and her spirit bright.

Thank you for helping our guide dogs and pups in training stay at their best so they can keep guiding and empowering their blind users to live independent lives.

If you’re still searching for a Christmas gift for your pets, Antinol Rapid could be the one 🎄

[Video description: Boxes of Antinol float around a yellow Labrador lying on the grass, smiling contentedly.]

11/12/2025

You’ve probably heard the beeping sound at traffic lights that some people find noisy. 🚦

For someone who is blind or has low vision, that sound signals safety and tells them when it is time to cross. In some areas, these signals only operate from 7am to 9pm to reduce disturbance. But does that mean people with vision impairment should only travel within those hours?

As part of the Enabling Masterplan 2030, LTA will enhance accessibility by installing on-demand audible signals at 325 pedestrian crossings by the end of 2025. These will operate 24/7, allowing users to activate them when needed.

This simple improvement keeps crossings safe and accessible while reducing unnecessary noise for nearby residents, creating a city that is inclusive for all.

[Video description: A background video shows people calmly crossing a road with light traffic sounds. Overlaid text reads “If this is noise to you, what is silence to them?”.]

07/12/2025

You don’t see this every day on a theatre stage.

DARE Festival at Gateway Theatre brought together a beautiful community of performers who shared their stories with heart, creativity and confidence. We were especially proud to cheer for our very own Lee Lee and her guide dog Hesta as they joined the cast on stage.

The festival’s thoughtful accessibility features, including guide dog access, audio description and sign language interpretation, created an environment where everyone could enjoy the show fully.

The spirit of dare to dream and dare to shine came alive that night. Congratulations to Lee Lee, Hesta and all the performers for an unforgettable show.👏

[Image description 1: A guide dog team, Lee Lee and her yellow Labrador guide dog Hesta, standing on stage with other performers at Gateway Theatre.]

[Image description 2: Lee Lee and her guide dog Hesta seated centre-stage during a fashion segment, surrounded by performers in coordinated outfits.]

[Image description 3: Bessie and Lee Lee with their guide dogs posing in the theatre lobby.]

[Image description 4: Guide dog Eve, a yellow Labrador, lying beside a theatre seat and looking up toward the camera.]

[Image description 5: A large group of performers standing on stage at the DARE Festival finale.]

05/12/2025

This one’s for your friend who’s a total charmholic, the one with a thousand bag charms hanging off every zip! Add to their collection with our Guide Dog plush keychains, available in three adorable colours. A cute little Christmas gift that gives back! 🎁

Shop now at guidedogs.org.sg/get-involved/shop!

Photos from our outreach session with the sweetest students at NUS CAPT Active Community Engagement Wing 💛

[Image description 1: Two NUS CAPT students stand behind a booth indoors, smiling. One holds a guide dog decal, while the other proudly lifts a lanyard with a plush dog keychain.]

[Image description 2: Two NUS CAPT students stand together in a hall, smiling and holding multiple plush guide dog keychains between them.]

[Image description 3: A student wearing a lanyard holds several small plush guide dog keychains.]

03/12/2025

When we hear the word disability, many of us imagine what’s visible, often because of how it is portrayed in the media and shaped by stereotypes. For blindness, we tend to picture someone wearing dark glasses, holding a white cane or walking with a guide dog.

But not all blindness looks the same. Some people with vision impairment have partial sight, while others may not use any mobility aid. People with invisible disabilities often spend years masking their struggles, being misunderstood or told they do not “look disabled enough.”

For someone who is visually impaired, this can mean being doubted when asking for help, facing judgment in public spaces or constantly needing to explain their condition. Just because we cannot see it does not mean it is not there. On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, let’s remember that we may not always know what someone is going through, so let’s choose to be kind, patient and understanding.

[Image description: A GDS client reaches out to touch a leaf with guidance from a student volunteer. Overlaid text reads “You don’t look blind,” framed by large quotation marks, highlighting a common misconception about vision impairment.]

01/12/2025

Every act of giving can change a life. This giving season, share the joy of independence with someone who needs it most. 💛

As part of The Great Singapore Give by National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre , we’re joining the nationwide effort to wrap up SG60 with greater purpose. Our Season of Giving Fundraiser runs from 1 Dec 2025 to 31 Jan 2026, with every donation matched dollar-for-dollar by Tote Board.

Your support helps the blind and visually impaired community gain confidence and independence through training that teaches them to navigate busy streets, commute to work and use technology to stay connected. It also supports the training of guide dogs who become lifelong partners and trusted companions.

A minimum donation of S$20 qualifies for 250% tax exemption. To be eligible for your 2025 tax assessment, donate by 31 Dec 2025 via giving.sg/donate/campaign/gds-dec25.

[Image description 1: Collage showing groups of volunteers and clients with guide dogs celebrating together.]

[Image description 2: Photo of Khairudin, a GDS client with a white cane, smiling as he meets a black guide dog. The quote explains how Orientation & Mobility (O&M) training helps him travel more confidently and independently.]

[Image description 3: Photo of Shi Lin, Guide Dog Mobility Instructor, smiling beside a black guide dog. The quote shares how her training in Australia inspired her to help others in Singapore gain independence through guide dog training.]

[Image description 4: Illustrated image of people celebrating with a guide dog wearing a harness. Text encourages donations to support guide dog mobility training, matched dollar-for-dollar by Tote Board.]

29/11/2025

Anyone feeling the holiday mode yet...

Our guide dog Eve sure is! She took a little break to explore Fort Canning Park and had the best time soaking up the sunshine and greenery. Even guide dogs need time to rest after putting their hearts into helping their blind users travel with confidence every day. Swipe to see Eve on her well-earned holiday! ☀️

[Image description 1: A yellow Labrador sits on a paved path surrounded by greenery and small purple flowers.]

[Image description 2: A yellow Labrador with a teal collar sits beside a stone sign that reads “Badang Terrace”.]

[Image description 3: A yellow Labrador sits on a brick path in front of a large sign that reads “Fort Canning Lighthouse (1903–1958)”.]

[Image description 4: A yellow Labrador sits on a stone path framed by brick pillars covered in lush tropical plants, with a stone lion statue nearby.]

[Image description 5: A yellow Labrador with its eyes closed and tongue out, looking content while sitting in a car’s footwell.]

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