Zenith in Action | Watching my Guide Dog Work

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  • Опубликовано: 4 авг 2019
  • In today's video I show my guide dog Zenith performing his most common tasks. He is a Seeing Eye dog, and he does things like alerting me to steps and curbs, locating entrances and exits, and walking me around obstacles. I hope you enjoy getting to watch him do his job!
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  • @TheForestFamily
    @TheForestFamily 4 года назад +796

    I love his little shoes 😩

    • @mavisme4645
      @mavisme4645 4 года назад +27

      TheForestFamily - My service dog has booties that she wears sometimes. The last time was in Las Vegas when it was 114*F!! It was super crowded on the streets and it took us forever to get anywhere because every other person had to stop in our way and comment on her 'shoes'. I joked with my husband that I wanted to print up a doggie-shirt or bandana that said something like, "Quit checking out my booties - my eyes are up here!" but he put the kibosh on that one explaining that it's 'inappropriate' and that we are always trying to discourage people from making eye contact with the dog so it was counterproductive. :)

    • @justagirlandherdogs615
      @justagirlandherdogs615 4 года назад +5

      @@mavisme4645 ikr. That's why I'm hesitant about my SD wearing shoes but its literally how as hell here in Florida

    • @yoonjinpark8308
      @yoonjinpark8308 3 года назад +2

      Oh my gosh I didn't even see that I'm in love

    • @notes-to-davon-from-mom-2065
      @notes-to-davon-from-mom-2065 3 года назад +1

      Yesss me too🥰🥰

    • @justdiego656
      @justdiego656 3 года назад

      @@mavisme4645 how much is that in C*

  • @Gwen3344
    @Gwen3344 4 года назад +578

    I am always deeply moved when I see a guide dog, a blind person being guided by a dog. For years I never understood why I felt such awe even sometimes to the point of eyes moist with tears. Then, one day I realized -- it's the *trust*. This human is entrusting her (or his) safety to this dog, and the dog is living up to that trust. Incredibly moving! If only all of life -- all relationships -- could be like that!
    Thank you for sharing your beautiful relationship with this amazing dog, and showing us how trust works.

    • @iromishuka
      @iromishuka 3 года назад +7

      Yeah, I teared up and didn't know why as well

    • @tandem.in.turquoise
      @tandem.in.turquoise 3 года назад +16

      I’d much rather put my trust in my guide dog than ppl tbh lol.

    • @tandem.in.turquoise
      @tandem.in.turquoise 3 года назад +12

      @BuwBuw _ First off shes filming and is focused on what she’s doing which is probably why she didn’t open the door. Second off working animals is not cruel. Dogs love working and think about it, our dogs get to go on big walks with us everyday and be with their fave person 24/7 whereas your dog sits at home all day on their own bored and under stimulated waiting for you to get home, take them for a 10 minute walk and go to bed. As for looking “emotionless” it’s just the dogs working face. Learn to read animal behaviour and you will see the dog is focused on the tasks.

    • @eligebrown8998
      @eligebrown8998 Год назад

      ​@@whitepride9153 that is the most ignorant crap I've ever heard. Go crawl back in your moms basement. You should change your profile to white turd cause that's all your a$$ will amount to.

    • @MOCHACHAN83
      @MOCHACHAN83 10 месяцев назад

      @@whitepride9153 wtf

  • @mwnciboo
    @mwnciboo 2 года назад +24

    I just showed this to my 6 year old boy and he was mesmerised.
    "Is she blind? I cannot imagine that!"
    "How is that dog so clever? Can it read?"
    "How does it do escalators? Ah clever there it is!".
    *amazing* When you see that moment of comprehension and a hundred questions follow.

  • @Raddy13
    @Raddy13 3 года назад +106

    My wife and I just found out that the guide dog puppy we raised passed all his training and matched with a client, it was really cool to get to see the work he'll be doing. Good job Zenith!

    • @ciggytwiggy
      @ciggytwiggy Год назад

      Awww u guys must be so proud of him!!

    • @kittys.2870
      @kittys.2870 Год назад

      I just got a new pup to train up and replace my current service dog as she is starting to get a little older. Seeing eye dogs are the MOST HIGHLY trained dogs Ever. If they flunk they are still educated for other conditions!

  • @larissaw185
    @larissaw185 4 года назад +188

    Thank you for sharing! I used this video to teach my 4-year-old about working dogs and why we don't approach them (because they are doing important jobs!) She really enjoyed seeing Zenith doing his job!

    • @APerson-cw9mp
      @APerson-cw9mp 2 года назад +2

      I myself have a guide dog and when u said doing his jobs u made me think of the phrase “Do your Jobs” it means go do your thing/pee or poo

    • @larissaw185
      @larissaw185 2 года назад +1

      @@APerson-cw9mp when it comes to a dog "making business" outside, any word can be used. A lot of trainers will use words like "empty" or "void." Many dog owners use the common commands "go potty," or "go pee-pee/poop." It's entirely up to the owner and probably varies from country to country, based on common phrases unique to the area. You can even make it something fun, like "kaboom!" 😆

  • @bandanababy6173
    @bandanababy6173 4 года назад +188

    Holy shit these dogs are amazing smart. We don't deserve them they are so precious 💙

  • @kkp9068
    @kkp9068 Год назад +2

    i raised a seeing eye dog he went to help a person in morristown,these dogs are so loyal

  • @samreallylovescoffee
    @samreallylovescoffee 2 года назад +13

    I love service dogs! When I see a person with a service dog, I always give them extra space when I walk past them and try to 'accidentally' bump into strangers so they move out of the way as well 👍 Some kids and teens should be more respectful on their own, but I'm always there to give them the death glance 😂

  • @BradBuddy1212
    @BradBuddy1212 2 года назад +4

    I love how is only break from his job, every so slightly, was when he saw a squirrel. Incredible animal

  • @MuhammedDenix
    @MuhammedDenix 10 месяцев назад +1

    Animals are more amazing than many humans. I don't mean intellectually, I mean emotionally.
    While humans are busy fighting over nothing, animals do so much to make the world a better place.

  • @christinasantiago9093
    @christinasantiago9093 Год назад +1

    I like when you were in the big train station or mall, he stood in front of you so you wouldn't bump into the people that was standing there

  • @andrewtarquinio6788
    @andrewtarquinio6788 Год назад +1

    My four year old daughter didn't know what a guide dog is and my explanations weren't really making sense to her. This video was very helpful in explaining it for her and I learned some things too -- thank you!

  • @synappticuser5669
    @synappticuser5669 4 года назад +111

    Been thinking about getting a guide dog. My cane and I are now having too many arguments with pavements and obstacles. Brilliant film. Much appreciated. McIntyre

    • @TheWendable
      @TheWendable 3 года назад +6

      Too many arguments I lolled at that 🤣

    • @ericjude8618
      @ericjude8618 3 года назад +2

      @@TheWendable ikr...that was brilliant

    • @pizzapartytime1826
      @pizzapartytime1826 2 года назад +8

      Well that’s rude of your cane. You should ground it. Lol

    • @malcolmjelani3588
      @malcolmjelani3588 2 года назад

      Dogs are stupid and smelly.

  • @TwitchHappens
    @TwitchHappens 4 года назад +58

    I say "huppup" to my SD too! It means 'put the mobility harness in my hand'

    • @jessicawatson7360
      @jessicawatson7360 3 года назад +1

      I use ‘head in’ for her to put her harness on.

    • @tandem.in.turquoise
      @tandem.in.turquoise 3 года назад +1

      @@jessicawatson7360 I say harness for mine then he comes to my left side so I can grab his pull strap :)

  • @Koda_Grey
    @Koda_Grey 4 года назад +181

    Hello from one guide dog user to another! I always am happy to find other blind people online. What breed is Zenith? I have a standard poodle.

    • @fromkaytozee8132
      @fromkaytozee8132  4 года назад +75

      He is a golden retriever from the Seeing Eye. He's super goofy and fun off harness. It's so cool that you have a standard poodle!

    • @jessicawatson7360
      @jessicawatson7360 3 года назад +19

      Another Guide Dog Owner :) with a yellow (really pale) lab.

    • @kamal-goswami
      @kamal-goswami Год назад

      Sorry don't get me wrong how you use RUclips just curious

    • @Koda_Grey
      @Koda_Grey Год назад +2

      @@kamal-goswami Blind people use screen readers to use phones and computers independently. It uses a text to speech synthesizer to read the screen aloud. Keyboard commands are used instead of a mouse. Finger gestures are used to navigate a phone. You can experiment with a screen readeryourself by activating Talkback on Android or VoiceOver on iOS.

    • @veramae4098
      @veramae4098 Год назад +1

      @@Koda_Grey Trivia: The first text to speech reader was invented by Ray Kurzweil. IBM built them as a public service and sold them at cost. The NY Public Library bought 2. 1968.
      $250,000 each!

  • @teachergrant6785
    @teachergrant6785 Год назад +6

    A very well made video! I showed it to my ESL students, we're learning about guide dogs. Thanks for making it 🙂

  • @annawingert5911
    @annawingert5911 4 года назад +38

    Loved the explanations of everything. I've worked with service dogs in training before, but never one for someone who is blind. It was cool to see techniques I'm familiar with adapted for someone with a disability I'm not as familiar with.

  • @christophermillhouse2092
    @christophermillhouse2092 4 года назад +57

    Thanks for your clip. Zenith is a super good boy. Love the way that you pick up when he's been distracted. Getting the puppies to focus is quite a challenge.

  • @Billyboz1690
    @Billyboz1690 Год назад +8

    Absolutely AMAZING Dog is Zenith. I hope you both stay safe. I’m sure Zenith will keep you safe ❤️

  • @yoonjinpark8308
    @yoonjinpark8308 3 года назад +3

    That dog can navigate places better than me

  • @bear68275051
    @bear68275051 2 года назад +4

    it so cool to me how much confidence you have walking with your dog like you don't skip a beat years of training at its best

  • @lorrainem7093
    @lorrainem7093 3 года назад +12

    As a dog guide foster Mom, I do appreciate this video. Our work now and how it relates to his job later. Thank you for doing this, it reinforces the value of Kona’s future.

    • @TheWendable
      @TheWendable 3 года назад +1

      You do all the hard work with the dogs what an achievement, thank you 🙏🏻

  • @HollowWasHere
    @HollowWasHere 4 года назад +21

    Thanks for doing something like this!
    I was born blind (thankfully I was able to get it out)
    And I might need a service dog in the future
    So this REALLY helped to tell me how My dog would Guide me in the city :D

  • @darla.theworkingdog
    @darla.theworkingdog 4 года назад +76

    My dog isn't trained to go on escalators because since she's small I can just pick her up

    • @nadia_1237
      @nadia_1237 4 года назад +3

      My sd has has to aswell as my sdit because there both german shepherds

    • @jessicawatson7360
      @jessicawatson7360 3 года назад +3

      I wish I could do that, my dogs not escalator trained but she’s too big for me to lift (34kg)

    • @xxnguyenkitty
      @xxnguyenkitty 3 года назад +3

      My SDIT had no problems with those surprisingly on his first time so we got lucky. We’re still working on public training in between his sessions with his trainer to help build his confidence.

    • @darla.theworkingdog
      @darla.theworkingdog 3 года назад +4

      @BuwBuw _ wtf is your problem? service dogs are treated just like normal dogs they get to play and have fun too,they just are held to a higher standard than most, plus he was wagging his tail the majority of this video. If you left an animal "alone with its instincts" it'll become very ill behaved. You're just a bully and ableist. also their mom was obviously fine and can handle opening a door. you need to grow up and stop bullying disabled people on the internet.

  • @alexandralindamood3615
    @alexandralindamood3615 Год назад +1

    Thank you! This is an amazing video and I love seeing service dogs of all types at work. Nice video

  • @Dan-wo4bx
    @Dan-wo4bx Год назад

    Man’s best friend taken to the next level x

  • @sweatybandit0
    @sweatybandit0 Год назад

    What a fantastic relationship you two have❤

  • @microsoftpainenthusiast8096
    @microsoftpainenthusiast8096 3 года назад

    best boy, best friend☂️

  • @ThomasakaDes
    @ThomasakaDes 2 года назад

    Service dogs are impressive ❤️

  • @christinekolenut2702
    @christinekolenut2702 2 года назад +1

    “Kay - we want you to have an even bigger video of your guide dog!”. My 4 year old son Dylan was curious about guide dogs so we watched your video, he enjoyed it so much that he asked if we could send you a message!

  • @jodyross6185
    @jodyross6185 2 года назад

    Thank you beautiful young lady!! this is really awesome, and so are you

  • @lachelleb8317
    @lachelleb8317 2 года назад

    This was super helpful for my elementary ESL class!

  • @Blindbaddie
    @Blindbaddie 3 месяца назад

    This is such a good video. I don’t know how many times I’ve watched this.😊

  • @nicolasdavies4129
    @nicolasdavies4129 3 года назад +1

    omg, I tear up a little bit. I love the relationship of trust between humans and dog.

  • @bobbah676
    @bobbah676 2 года назад

    That's god dam impressive! His a really smart dog.

  • @marywatkins6798
    @marywatkins6798 Год назад

    Who's a good boy?! Zenith.

  • @gregsmith5553
    @gregsmith5553 3 года назад +5

    That was excellent thanks I was explaining to my 5 year old daughter what a guide dog was and you did it all for me 👌🏻

  • @jbhjk007
    @jbhjk007 3 года назад

    Bless the pupper

  • @justinharris754
    @justinharris754 Год назад

    Greetings from Kansas. I really enjoyed this video. I am actually in the process of self training my dog to be a guide dog. I was always told by just about any O and M instructors that I didn't get around good enough to have a dog, and that it might not be the best thing for me. This dog was a rescue that I adopted in late 2021. Blue heeler mixed with something, nobody really knows what, and at first, she was just going to be a pet, but when I realized how smart she is, and super eager to please, I thought, "what do I have to lose?" So, slowly but surely we have been working on this, and she has picked it up pretty well. I've used a cane my whole life, but she has given me a confidence I never had with a cane, and it's made the difference between sitting at home all the time unless I had a ride from a friend or family member, to actually getting out and doing stuff. So where I live, a lot of the streets aren't good. Pretty much no sidewalks, and pretty bad ditches on both sides of some roads, so you would have never ever seen me just going out for a walk just for fun with my cane, but with my dog, I totally can. It's the greatest feeling in the world to be able to just get out there and go. Like I said, I've used a cane my whole life, and while I can get around, I have always tended to doubt myself in the area of O and M, but that totally changed with my dog. Listening to this video and others like it give me a pretty good idea of all the things she should know. After listening to this, I would say we're making good progress.

  • @Jasongy827
    @Jasongy827 2 года назад

    Omg he has shoes! ❤️

  • @atmo8672
    @atmo8672 3 года назад

    I wanna give him 10000 kisses.. such a sweet boy!!!🥰🥰🥰

  • @mikalesa
    @mikalesa 3 года назад +3

    6:18 the way his tail were shaking and just stopped when she said “leave it” 🥺

    • @ashleyanddanielle2629
      @ashleyanddanielle2629 2 года назад

      if he isnt focused then there's a possibility that she could get injured

  • @Blacknight-cl6uj
    @Blacknight-cl6uj Год назад

    Thanks I love learning new things

  • @mbananawork
    @mbananawork 3 года назад +3

    What a brilliant animal!

  • @DogfaceGames
    @DogfaceGames 4 года назад +3

    So cool! Thanks for showing this!

  • @lauradj64
    @lauradj64 4 года назад +6

    Great video Kay and Zenith! What a great role model you are!

  • @beeninthisfandomlongerthan9500
    @beeninthisfandomlongerthan9500 3 года назад +2

    I love watching these videos. Man, dogs are the best!

  • @FlawlessImperfectionBeauty
    @FlawlessImperfectionBeauty 3 года назад +1

    As someone with a mobility service dog, I think all the time how amazing it is that guide dogs are trained in so many very specific areas and safety is completely in your dogs choices. Just amazing, and a beautiful relationship to watch! 🐾

  • @RedBizou
    @RedBizou 4 года назад

    Thanks for describing it!

  • @fruitypeebils
    @fruitypeebils 2 года назад

    I realized today that I’ve never seen a seeing eye dog in real life and I’m starting to think that they don’t even exist, someone just came up with the idea to serve as plot points in movies

  • @dumwyteguy
    @dumwyteguy 4 года назад +22

    Great vid, answered my curiosity about these truly angelic doggos

  • @daniellefrank007
    @daniellefrank007 3 года назад +1

    So glad you two have each other ❤ 🙂

  • @A_Wee_spook
    @A_Wee_spook 4 года назад +7

    thank you so much for the voice-over!! it was super helpful!!💜💜

  • @gdagod8832
    @gdagod8832 4 года назад +1

    Dogs are amazing!...😁👍🏽💯

  • @MissusZero
    @MissusZero 4 года назад

    Zenith is amazing!

  • @Drewbie___
    @Drewbie___ Год назад

    I love dogs like these. Always so loyal and caring

  • @samanthakelly7562
    @samanthakelly7562 4 года назад

    Thank you for your well described video!

  • @bluumuun
    @bluumuun Месяц назад

    I've only just discovered your channel and I'm in love with Zenith and your relationship with him. Full disclosure: I'm definitely a cat person, generally can't stand dogs, but I have such a deep admiration and respect for guide dogs. It's beautiful seeing you both work as a team to go about the kind of daily life that sighted people like me take for granted. Enjoying all the videos and wish both you and Zenith the absolute best x

  • @bigthewig9624
    @bigthewig9624 3 года назад

    You are both amazing !

  • @Foodgirl61
    @Foodgirl61 4 года назад +2

    It's really cool to watch guide dogs working!

  • @nicholaswohlgemuth2809
    @nicholaswohlgemuth2809 3 года назад +1

    That dog is amazing, what a wonderful animal!

  • @brettmitchell8014
    @brettmitchell8014 3 года назад

    As humans we don't deserve dogs! Dogs are wonderful. I love your channel.

  • @jonathanstatham88
    @jonathanstatham88 3 года назад

    Dude!!!! Awesome dog! Thank you for sharing this with me. :)

  • @aman7555
    @aman7555 4 года назад +1

    An absolute delight to watch the video, amazing tag team and thank you so much for audio describing. Your voice is really nice.

  • @chrispowell8121
    @chrispowell8121 2 года назад

    I love him ❤

  • @cassie141
    @cassie141 3 года назад

    What an amazing team!!

  • @niallmcgregor3979
    @niallmcgregor3979 4 года назад +2

    Great video, superb teamwork, throughly enjoyed. Best wishes Scotland.

  • @realtalk7571
    @realtalk7571 3 года назад

    What a goooood boy!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @judyives1832
    @judyives1832 4 года назад +2

    Thank you Kay! I enjoyed your video.

  • @yteng2
    @yteng2 3 года назад +1

    So grateful for the video! Great details and explanations.

  • @ghostrider369
    @ghostrider369 3 года назад +1

    When I'm asked if I'm a dog or cat person it's always the same answer. I'm vegan, I love all animals. But dogs will always be special to me for many reasons and this video is another one. Dogs are truly best friend to people. What's really wonderful about this video is not just the intelligence and abilities of the dog, but the person walking beside the dog. You are amazing and wonderful. You are both amazing together. Stay safe always.

  • @bigg4894
    @bigg4894 3 года назад +1

    That was extremely interesting. It was dope!!!!

  • @TReneeMathis
    @TReneeMathis 3 года назад

    You are amazing! Your guide dog is the cutest.

  • @gonnahavemesomefun
    @gonnahavemesomefun 3 года назад +1

    Amazing video, really enjoyed this thank you. Hope I can find more of you and your dog x

  • @billgatesleavingyamomshous8177
    @billgatesleavingyamomshous8177 3 года назад +1

    You and your 🐶 are so beautiful 😻! It’s amazing how smart they are! I love your videos and your spirit! Thank you 🙏 ❤️

  • @wiseturtule
    @wiseturtule 2 года назад +1

    You guys are awesome!

  • @angelacampbellmackenzie7913
    @angelacampbellmackenzie7913 6 месяцев назад

    Absolutely amazing

  • @judithsimanton5260
    @judithsimanton5260 3 года назад

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @katcampbell9213
    @katcampbell9213 2 года назад

    Amazing !! Just adore animals and I love the independence that you are gifted by your lovely dog. Xxx

  • @fimbles1015
    @fimbles1015 2 года назад

    Zenith is truly amazing. Plus his boots are awesome. Thanks for the video! very informative.

  • @DivaD-nk2bj
    @DivaD-nk2bj 3 года назад +2

    Thank you so much for sharing your video. I’ve just joined a charity sponsoring guide dog puppies and it was so inspiring and humbling to see these incredible dogs in action. Also, his little shoes are the cutest thing I’ve ever seen 😊

  • @klet
    @klet 2 года назад

    so cool to see you two navigate Philly!!!!

  • @Rick-Rox
    @Rick-Rox 3 года назад

    Thanks for sharing!!! Very interesting to learn more about how you and your wonderful dog work together. Again, many thanks really enjoyed this.

  • @mauriciogonzalez1542
    @mauriciogonzalez1542 3 года назад

    Impressive!!! a smart dog and a better companion.

  • @pinky69207
    @pinky69207 2 года назад

    Great video! Thanks!

  • @sleepcyclesgaming
    @sleepcyclesgaming 4 года назад

    Humanities best friend right there! Our connection with dogs is incredible.

  • @catlondon7107
    @catlondon7107 2 года назад

    Thanks for this! It was great to show my kids the wonderful teamwork you and Zenith have. I really appreciate your sharing this. Looking forward to checking out your other videos.

  • @myname5356
    @myname5356 3 года назад

    I love your Broadway posters and Zenith is really cool!!

  • @despizedicon
    @despizedicon 3 года назад

    what a team!

  • @coin5207
    @coin5207 2 года назад

    The little dog shoes are so adorable 🥺

  • @jeanmorgan8156
    @jeanmorgan8156 3 года назад

    Yes I truely enjoyed this video

  • @Blindbaddie
    @Blindbaddie 26 дней назад

    Here I am watching again lol such a good video would love to have another video like this navigating street and mall in store stuff like that😁👩‍🦯🤍🤍

  • @Aboood3111
    @Aboood3111 4 года назад +1

    My respect to you and to your Dog

  • @tenzinyangdroen1618
    @tenzinyangdroen1618 Год назад +1

    Great teamwork❣️ We all belong together

  • @zomepeople1315
    @zomepeople1315 Год назад

    Dogs working with a wagging tail make me so happy :)

  • @salvatorem1959
    @salvatorem1959 3 года назад

    Amazing.

  • @toxiclayerz7561
    @toxiclayerz7561 3 года назад

    U have so much trust in ur dog xxxx

  • @msul78
    @msul78 2 года назад

    Zenith life for her positive affirmations ❤️

  • @katelynn4257
    @katelynn4257 2 года назад

    I love your dog!

  • @terkapak
    @terkapak 3 года назад

    I used to have a German Sheppard. Escalators were the only thing that was difficult. I used to carry my dog though the escalator. People always enjoyed the sight of that big dog in my arms.