Guide dogs in training

Garas

Garas is a large, soft-furred male Labrador who gives the impression of a cuddly “teddy bear” with his incredibly kind and lovable temperament. His positive aura and good mood are contagious to everyone who meets him. He loves people and of course his belly, so he can be well motivated with treats, he is eager to learn and wants to comply. When called, he happily runs to his trainer with flapping ears. In the company of dogs, he plays selflessly, finding common ground with every animal at first. At home, he is a cuddly, attentive companion who loves to be in the center of attention, so we are sure that his loving proximity will mean a lot to his future visually impaired owner.

We would like to thank Ágnes Muszka and her family for their love and care in guiding Garas’ development, for raising him from a small puppy to a mature adult dog suitable for a guide dog.

Fátyol 

Fátyol is an inquisitive, clownish dark yellow female Labrador from our own breeding program. She loves to be in the center of attention and can be taken off her feet with a kind greeting. When she gets tired, she sleeps like a brioche on her bed, and when she is free, she runs like a gazelle, with only a stripe of her visible. Sometimes she tends to frown and watch the events around her. She will be a true, devoted companion to her future visually impaired owner.

Thank you to Emese Gál for raising Fátyol with love so that she can become a capable guide dog.

Göncöl

Göncöl, this soft, light yellow-furred male Labrador, gives the impression of a grown-up teenager with his long legs and delicate build. However, his soul is reminiscent of a true aristocrat. He observes everything, thinks carefully, and then decides what he thinks would be the right solution. He does have to work for his trust, but once he likes someone, he is happy to cooperate. He loves his owner very much, he likes to be around him, but he is not at all intrusive. He is good to live with, he is a true companion. During free play, he tends to throw his aristocratic manner into the corner and plow the forest like a purebred Labrador, but even then, the call of his owner is more important than playing or any exciting scents.

Thank you to Zsuzsa Gönye and her family for the immeasurable love, perseverance, and gentleness with which they shaped Göncöl into such a great dog.

Furmint

Furmint is a medium-sized male Labrador with a caramel-colored, charming face and an even more charming nature. He is extremely docile and cooperative. He approaches everyone with good intentions, although his trainer’s cat does not always take his youthful enthusiasm well. He loves to learn and work, and discover new things. His peaceful, calm habit has a calming effect on his surroundings, which is a huge advantage during his work. With his kindness, he quickly steals into everyone’s hearts. He loves to play with his companions, but even then he keeps one eye on his owner.

We would like to thank Ákos Bacsa and Timi Forgács for raising Furmint consistently and with love, giving a visually impaired person the chance to have such a wonderful dog as his companion.

Hámor

Hámor turned 1 year old in September. He inherited the characteristic brown stripe on his nose from his mother. He is a shorter, neutered male dog that changes from yellow to fawn. He is very true to his name, because if we take Hámor Lake as a basis, then it is exactly as calm and peaceful as the Miskolc lake hidden deep in the yellow forest in autumn. I could also compare his appetite to this, because it is just as bottomless as the depth of the lake. Because of this, he is very easy to train and quickly motivate. The initially slightly insecure dog has now become a very friendly dog ​​that adapts quickly to the circumstances. I am sure that the great will and desire for knowledge inherent in him will soon bear fruit, and he will become a very smart guide dog.

We would like to thank Judit Susán, Sára Kovács, and Gábor Zavarkó for raising Hámor and contributing greatly to his becoming a loyal companion to our visually impaired people.

Frappé

Frappé is one of the most charming yellow Labradors in the F-litter. The unicorn collar she received from her puppy raiser clearly shows what a little girl she is. Frappé is always cheerful and happy, she loves everyone and when you walk her you get the feeling that she is always above the ground. Her optimism and life-affirming attitude rubs off on others. She is very good at various fetch tasks, willing to give up any object and is constantly looking for ways to help. She is the type of dog that wants to be constantly present in the life of the person she chooses, whether it is just for a petting, for assistance, or for a little cuddle, whatever it is, you can always count on her. Frappé will use her talent as a personal assistance dog in the future.

We are grateful to Zsófia Horváth for raising Frappe with her caring love and making it possible for her to one day brighten the everyday life of a person with a disability.

Foton

Foton, one of the grown-up male dogs from the F-litter, turned one year old in August this year and has also been put into training! This imposing yellow Labrador is a very kind, cuddly, kissable dog who constantly seeks human company. On walks, he is always close to his owner, and although sniffing sometimes leads him on a different path, as soon as he senses that he has strayed too far, he tries to catch up with his trainer with a wild rush. An active but not overly active dog, who is happy to take part in any task, learns attentively and quickly. He specifically seeks and requires the company of other dogs, finds the right way to play with anyone, but quickly turns away from those who are not friendly. He is an enthusiastic dog who is precise in his work, easily motivated with treats, and is expected to have a medium, comfortable pace. He will also be a great companion for a visually impaired person, not only guiding him/her with his magical nature, but will also really open up new paths for them!

We are grateful to Dr. Veronika Czímer, Vera Petrás and Gergely Németh, as well as Julianna Tamás Huszárné and Károly Huszár, for raising Foton with love and preparing him for this noble task, so that our Foundation can train another dog for a visually impaired person.

Deka

Deka is the queen of the D litter. This small, yellow female Labrador is a true individual. She always knows how things should be done and doesn’t hide it. However, when it comes to a little petting or caressing, she almost turns into a purring kitten. She is extremely people-oriented, always wanting to be near her owner. She is constantly thinking of something fun, the result of which is sometimes only hers to laugh at, but it doesn’t bother her at all. She is precise in her work, her desire to please her owner is very high. She learns quickly and loves to take part in any task. She is easy to motivate. Overall, she is an extremely kind and good-natured dog with whom life is never boring. We are sure that she will soon brighten someone’s life.

Thank you to Botond Bodnár and his family for raising the little girl with great love and care!

Darwin

Darwin came to our foundation from the Slovak sister organization Dogs For Life. He is a real late-maturing male dog who is absolutely unaware of his physical strength. He thinks he is stuck in growth at the level of a 4-week-old Lab puppy and would love to be a lap dog. He also plays in a way that often causes the living beings around him to fall like bowling pins. Of course, this can be molded in him and he learns and adapts very easily and quickly. He is a real charming, sensitive Lab, who is a joy to live with and work with. He is very difficult to part with, his puppy raisers and trainers agree on this, but that is exactly why he will make a truly loyal and devoted companion for someone.

We thank Tünde Dubinyiné Czifferi and his family for raising Darwin for us with selfless love.

Dióda

He is a light-yellow, sterilised male labrador who has the face of an angel and who was born in the D litter. He is a real good boy character. He is charming and kind, he has a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere around him. He is a lovely dog with a very good nature, thanks to his kindness and his ability to adapt quickly, he charms his trainer every day. Wherever he is and whatever he is learning, he is always balanced and wants to do his best, he is easy to motivate with treats and praise. Being around people is important to him, he is enthusiastic about any activity in which he takes part with his trainer and he loves his four-legged friends, too.

We are grateful to László Varga and his wife who, after raising Atom, provided a happy and loving puppyhood for Dióda as well. Thanks to the University of Miskolc where it was allowed for Dióda to accompany his owner to work on a daily basis. Thus his excellent socialisation was built on solid foundations, making him an excellent future guide dog.

Dongó

Dongó is one of the smallest females in the D litter. With her beautiful snow-white coat and her small ears pulled back, she looks like a little elf. She was lucky enough to grow up alongside her mother, Zina, so she could learn many useful things from her mother from an early age on. She is a real eminent student. She is almost always a good girl, she is eager to do her best. She loves to work together with her trainer, loves children, her dog friends and of course cats, too. Her favourite things are playing in the forest with her friends and rope dog toys. When she is working, she is very attentive. Because of her sensitive nature, she instinctively looks after every step of her owner. She does not like busy environments, loud noises or big traffic, she rather likes a more peaceful environment. With her charming nature ,she will soon brighten every day of her visually impaired owner.

Thanks to Gizella Ménesi and her family for always showing the way to Dongó on the rocky road of puppyhood and raising a wonderful dog.

 

Dominó

Dominó is a medium-sized, neutered yellow male dog with pointed ears and a pink nose with a small black dot in the middle. He loves to run and explore his surroundings. He is playful with both dogs and people and longs to be close to his owner. He is always ready to go and curiously awaits where their journey will lead today. He is a little more reserved with strangers, but when he gets to know and love someone, he becomes strongly attached to them.

We thank Rita Fenyvesi and Zsolt Benkó for raising Dominó with care and love, thereby contributing to him becoming a guide dog.

Dukát

Dukát is a member of the D-litter, the last litter of our breeding dog Zina. He is a charming, round, teddy-like little dog, who has a very soft, gentle, and sensitive nature. He is cautious with strange dogs, and rather withdrawn. He needs time to get into a game with someone, but with familiar dogs, he starts to frolic a lot. His favorite body part is his belly, so he will do anything and do it, so it is easy to motivate him. He behaves well in the apartment and is patient, and calm. He walks confidently in the city and travels excellently on public transportation. He is eager and enthusiastic to learn, or just plays with his trainer, with whom he currently lives in his apartment, and with whom he is learning the basics of guide dog work. After diligent daily exercises, in a few months, Dukát will also be an assistance dog at the side of a visually impaired person!

We are grateful to Norbert Hambuch and Zsuzsa Gecse, who raised Dukát and, with so much work and care, gave our foundation a dog that was fully prepared for training!

Dollár

Dollár is a light-colored, well-built, tall dog born in our breeding program. He has a persistent, sensitive nature, and will be a great companion for his future visually impaired owner. He rests in the peace of the home, but as soon as it is time to go, he awaits the next task. He loves to learn and is happy to show off his knowledge when the opportunity arises. He loves people, tries to please his loved ones, and hides for petting. He is an extremely agile dog who does not disdain long runs with his fellow dogs.

We thank Kinga Atzél and her family for raising Dollár with care and love, thereby contributing to his becoming a guide dog.