Mandurah resident Roger Jones has found a new lease on life since being matched with guide dog Chelsea in 2016.
On June 22, the pair celebrated a major milestone together, graduating in a Babbingur Ceremony hosted by Guide Dogs WA.
Babbingur is a Nyoongar word that describes a ‘very loyal and devoted friendship.’
“I was diagnosed with Macular Degeneration about four years ago,” Mr Jones said.
“After having cataracts removed but still no improvement in my vision, I went back to the specialist and got the news.”
Now that Mr Jones has been matched with Chelsea, he’s finding it easier to get out and about independently.
“I’m getting out of the house a lot more,” he said.
“I pick up the harness and Chelsea gets excited to go for a walk. It’s much more pleasant now, knowing that she’ll guide me around any obstacles.
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