Who only wishes for you to succeed?
Who only wants to fulfill your every need?
Who will be there through thick or thin?
Your mother? Think again.
It’s those guide dogs and service dogs, People.
When you’re down they lift you up
When you’re lost they know the way
(or aren’t too macho to ask for help!)
They’re your eyes, your ears, your nose
Harness off. . . Anything goes.
It’s those guide dogs and service dogs, People.

Leah Gardner(R) with her guide dog Sicily (retired) in Muir Woods – with (L-R) Rebecca Reinier, Sara Kjono, & Vince Ramsey. Photo by Sara Kjono.
Leah Gardner and her new guide dog Vander talk about the trials and delights of building trust.Â
Johanna Ruefli and her service dog Lily talk about public reactions and private joys. And, you! Call ins at (510) 848-4425.Â
Shelley Berman co-hosts.
Get details on tomorrow’s (July 19) 11 am Disability Pride Parade and Festival in Mountain View at (408) 894-9041 or SVILC.org
For more information on service animals and photo credits:
Photo of child with service dog.
Photo of various dogs with wheelchair.
Photo of dog opening door for wheelchair user.
Air Date: July 19, 2013
