Calls to end dog handler discrimination

Dogs are leading the way as the animal of choice when it comes to helping people with vision, mental, or physical impairments, due to the fact that they are easily trained.

A guide dog Source: AAP

But a survey has found one in two dog handlers are discriminated against, when in public spaces. 

Those within the sector are calling for further education across the community to help people understand how to act around these animals, and what rights dog handlers have.