Lions Assistance Dogs

Lions Assistance Dogs Lions Assistance Dogs provides highly trained Assistance Dogs Australia-wide free of charge.

Each Hearing Assistance Dog costs ALHD upwards of $37,000 to train, deliver and support, and is gifted free of charge, to its deaf or hard of hearing new owner. One in six Australians has some form of hearing loss, with this number expected to rise to one in four by 2050. Severe or profound hearing loss currently affects close to 400,000 people. Whilst hearing loss impacts all ages, the numbers ar

e greater in older Australians. The impact of hearing loss varies for each individual and Australian Lions Hearing Dogs works with each recipient to create a solution that fits them. Many people who wear hearing aids or use assistive technology are unable to depend on these aids in difficult circumstances or after they go to bed. A Hearing Assistance Dog is often a welcome aid for many who suffer from hearing loss or deafness as it provides the companionship they crave in a socially isolated environment, and the safety and security from common dangers around the home. Hearing Assistance Dogs not only increase the quality of day-to-day living, they also help alleviate many of the conditions often associated with deafness and hard of hearing, these being depression, anxiety and communication withdrawal. As reported through a recent Federal Government Senate Inquiry into hearing, these conditions have been shown to contribute to cognitive decline and potentially increase by a factor of five, the likelihood of developing dementia. It’s not just the recipients themselves whose lives are enhanced by their Hearing Assistance Dog, there are also many reported benefits for family, friends and community.

Another week, another Assistance Dog begins their journey! 🐾Last week we farewelled Sherbet as she officially took on he...
21/07/2025

Another week, another Assistance Dog begins their journey! 🐾

Last week we farewelled Sherbet as she officially took on her role as a Hearing Assistance Dog, starting a new chapter with her recipient. 🧡

Sherbet will support her recipient by alerting them to important household sounds—like the doorbell, oven timer, and smoke alarm—and offering daily reassurance and independence out in public.

Sherbet was proudly sponsored by the Lions Club of Beachport-Rivoli Bay, who supported her journey from day one. We’re incredibly grateful for their generosity and hope they’ve loved watching Sherbet grow from a tiny pup into the incredible Assistance Dog she is today. 🦁

A huge thank you also goes to Trish, Sherbet’s dedicated foster carer. Through her love, patience, and guidance, Trish gave Sherbet the very best start on her journey—and helped shape her into the confident, capable dog she is now. 💙

To everyone who’s been part of Sherbet’s story—thank you. We hope you’ve enjoyed following her journey as much as we’ve loved being a part of it!

Say hello to our newest recruit, Jojo! 🧡Believe it or not, Jojo is a Labradoodle—and the final pup from Maddie’s second ...
18/07/2025

Say hello to our newest recruit, Jojo! 🧡

Believe it or not, Jojo is a Labradoodle—and the final pup from Maddie’s second litter to begin her Assistance Dog training journey. She’s settled in beautifully and we’re excited to see how she progresses.

Jojo was proudly sponsored by the Catherine McAuley Society, and we’re incredibly grateful for their support. Thanks to their generosity, Jojo is now on her way to becoming a life-changing companion. We’re excited to share her journey with them as she progresses through the program. 🐾

We’d also like to give a huge thank you to Jackie and Andre, who cared for Jojo for the majority of her time in the Puppy Program, and to Lenara and Daniel, who supported her in the final stages. Together, they’ve played a vital role in raising Jojo into the beautiful, confident dog she is today. We’re so appreciative of their time, patience, and love—and we look forward to keeping them updated as Jojo continues to shine in training 💙

If you’d like to raise a future Assistance Dog like Jojo, visit https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/puppy-socialisation/ or call 08 8388 7836 to learn more.

It’s been a little while since we welcomed a new trainee—so we’re thrilled to introduce our latest Assistance Dog in tra...
17/07/2025

It’s been a little while since we welcomed a new trainee—so we’re thrilled to introduce our latest Assistance Dog in training! Say hello to 'Taz'! 🐾

Taz is a Tenterfield Terrier from Gumhaven Kennels who has recently made the big move into full-time training at our National Training Centre. Taz has already settled in beautifully with our team and is taking each new challenge in his stride. We’re so excited to watch him develop over the coming months as he learns the important skills required to become a life-changing Assistance Dog.

We’d like thank the Lions Club of Lake Cathie Bonny Hills for their sponsorship of Taz. Their support has helped give him the best possible start to this next phase of his journey, and we hope they enjoy receiving regular updates on his progress throughout training. 🧡

We also want to acknowledge and thank Gordon and Jacqui, who raised Taz through our Puppy Program. Their time, care, and dedication have given Taz a strong foundation to build on—thank you both for everything you’ve done 💙

If you’d like to raise the next future Assistance Dog like Taz, please complete the expression of interest form at https://lionshearingdogs.com.au/puppy-socialisation/ or contact us on 08 8388 7836.

Our new sign is up! 🐾We’re so excited to unveil the updated sign at our National Training Centre, now proudly reflecting...
16/07/2025

Our new sign is up! 🐾

We’re so excited to unveil the updated sign at our National Training Centre, now proudly reflecting our new name — Lions Assistance Dogs.

Big thanks to Andrew from Signs Unlimited for helping us make it happen, we think it looks pretty great! 🧡

Pictured are some staff members and trainee Assistance Dogs. We couldn't resist getting a quick photo in front of it!

We’re thrilled to share that Hearing Assistance Dog Elsa has officially passed her Public Access Test and Sound Assessme...
15/07/2025

We’re thrilled to share that Hearing Assistance Dog Elsa has officially passed her Public Access Test and Sound Assessment! 🎉

This achievement means Elsa is now fully accredited and ready to support her recipient every day by alerting to up to 10 common household sounds — including the emergency smoke alarm — and providing vital support out in the community.

A big thank you to the Lions Club Kangaroo Island, who played an important role during the follow-up process. Their ongoing involvement helped Elsa settle into her new home and continue developing confidence in her sound work.

Last week, Elsa and her recipient attended their Lions Club meeting to celebrate her accreditation and were proudly presented with her new orange collar.

Thank you to everyone involved in Elsa’s journey — from her early puppy training through to this incredible milestone. Another life-changing partnership made possible by your support. 🧡

This National Diabetes Week, we’re celebrating one Lion’s remarkable journey and her commitment to supporting life-savin...
14/07/2025

This National Diabetes Week, we’re celebrating one Lion’s remarkable journey and her commitment to supporting life-saving Diabetic Alert Dogs 🧡

To mark her 50th birthday, Tasmanian Lion Sheryl is walking from Tanunda to Cape Jervis along the Heysen Trail, raising funds and awareness for our Diabetic Alert Dog Program—a program that helps Australians living with type 1 diabetes stay safe and live with greater confidence.

At Lions Assistance Dogs, we’re proud to be part of the journey by providing highly trained Diabetic Alert Dogs who can detect dangerous blood sugar changes and alert their recipients—helping prevent medical emergencies and offering peace of mind.

Our dogs are trained to detect changes in blood sugar levels and alert their recipient, often before symptoms are even felt. These dogs are provided completely free of charge—thanks to generous supporters like Sheryl and the Lions community.

👉 Donate to Sheryl’s walk: https://fundraise.lionshearingdogs.com.au/fundraisers/sherylkeppler/lap-the-map

🐾 Learn more about Diabetic Alert Dogs: https://lionsassistancedogs.com.au/medical-assistance-dogs/



Lions Australia Forestry SA Walking SA The Heysen Trail

We have two more exciting introductions to our Puppy Program to end the week with a cuteness overload! 🐾Please welcome M...
11/07/2025

We have two more exciting introductions to our Puppy Program to end the week with a cuteness overload! 🐾

Please welcome Morgan and Nusa — two beautiful Labradoodles from first-time mum Coco. These cuties are about to embark on their next adventure with their devoted foster carers, who are eagerly awaiting their arrival.

Over the next 10–12 months, Morgan and Nusa will spend time growing, building confidence, and developing the basic obedience skills they'll need to become life-changing Assistance Dogs. They'll also be introduced to a wide range of sights, sounds, and experiences the big wide world has to offer. 💙

A big thank you to our dedicated foster carers for giving these pups the very best start, and to the generous sponsors who not only named Morgan and Nusa but also support their journey every step of the way.

We’re so excited to watch these two girls grow and can’t wait to share their progress with you! 🥰

If you’re interested in giving a pup like Morgan or Nusa the best start to their Assistance Dog journey, email us at [email protected] today!

A big congratulations to 'Clover' who last week, officially passed her Public Access Test and Task Assessment and is now...
09/07/2025

A big congratulations to 'Clover' who last week, officially passed her Public Access Test and Task Assessment and is now an accredited Diabetic Alert Dog! 🧡

Clover is trained to alert her recipient when their blood glucose levels fall outside of their normal range. She can also retrieve a hypo kit, get help at home, and activate an emergency alert button when needed.

This marks another exciting milestone for our Medical Assistance Dog Program, with Clover being one of the many dogs changing lives across the country.

A big thank you to the Lions Club of Kinglake for their incredible support throughout Clover’s follow-up training. For three times a week over the past twelve weeks, their dedication has been instrumental in Clover’s success. Every bit of support along the way has helped Clover become the trusted companion her recipient now relies on. 🦁

Pictured is Clover, her recipient, and members of the Lions Club of Kinglake. They all look very proud! 🐾

We’re thrilled to celebrate the placement of Hearing Assistance Dog 'Peter', who officially began his new role! 🧡 Peter...
09/07/2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate the placement of Hearing Assistance Dog 'Peter', who officially began his new role! 🧡

Peter will provide life-changing support to his Deaf or hard of hearing recipient — alerting them to important household sounds like the smoke alarm and giving them greater confidence and independence both at home and in the community.

Peter was proudly sponsored by Peter and named in honour of the Peterborough Lions Convention. We’re so grateful for his support and hope he enjoyed watching Peter grow from a tiny pup into the incredible Assistance Dog he is today. 🦁

We would also like to send our heartfelt thanks to Rebecca and her family, who lovingly raised Peter through our Puppy Program. Their care, dedication, and early training gave Peter the best possible start to his Assistance Dog career. 🐾

Peter is one of the cute dogs featured in next years Calendar, grab your copy today https://lionsassistancedogs.com.au/product/2026-calendar/ only $10! 🧡

A few weeks back, we were gifted some beautiful settling mats, handmade with care by a group of generous ladies. 🧡Did yo...
08/07/2025

A few weeks back, we were gifted some beautiful settling mats, handmade with care by a group of generous ladies. 🧡

Did you know learning to settle calmly in public is one of the key skills our dogs must learn to pass their Public Access Test? These mats are the perfect tool to help them feel relaxed and confident in busy settings, making sure they’re on their best behaviour.

Thank you to those generous ladies for your donations — our dogs are very lucky to have people like you supporting our programs.

Pictured below is Cece, who scored first dibs on a beautiful pink dotted patterned mat — we think she approves! 🐾

New merchandise now in stock! 🦆Looking for the perfect toy for your furry friend? Our brand new Duck Dog Toys have just ...
07/07/2025

New merchandise now in stock! 🦆

Looking for the perfect toy for your furry friend? Our brand new Duck Dog Toys have just landed — and it’s already getting tails wagging!

🐾 Features a built-in squeaker for endless fun
🐾 Soft and lightweight — ideal for dogs of all sizes
🐾 Supports Lions Assistance Dogs with every purchase

Treat your pup while helping us provide life-changing Assistance Dogs to Australians in need.

Shop now: https://lionsassistancedogs.com.au/product/dog-toy-duck/

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