LOUISVILLE, Ky. — While many furry friends bring joy to a person’s life, some are more than just pets.
What You Need To Know
- Danielle Burton is deaf, blind and has relied on a guide dog for more than a decade
- Violet has helped her for the last four years, assisting her with steps, elevators, revolving doors and other obstacles
- Burton said it’s important not to pet guide dogs while they are in a harness as it could distract them from their job
- Data shows more than 18,000 guide dogs are working to assist people who are blind or have low vision worldwide
For the last four years, Violet has served as a faithful guide dog for Danielle Burton.
“I am deaf, blind, and for me, having that extra layer of safety when traveling with a guide dog is very crucial to my independence,” Burton said…