THE first Great British Dog Walk, backed by animal-loving celebrity father and son Bruce and Ben Fogle, is taking place at National Trust sites across the UK.
Money raised from the walk will go to the Hearing Dogs Deaf People charity, co-founded by Bruce over 30 years ago.
Apart from joining the walks at 10 sites participants can enjoy fun activities for all the family, a demonstration from the hearing dogs display team, and meet and greet a puppy or hearing dog. Plus there’s a goody bag for every walker.
TV presenter and writer Ben Fogle, is a celebrity ambassador for the charity which trains dogs to assist severely and profoundly deaf people.
He said: “The Great British Dog Walk is a great chance to explore the British countryside and spectacular National Trust properties with all the family.
“The charity is very close to my heart, and every penny raised will help to train more puppies to transform the lives of deaf people.”
Bruce said: “Deafness can be a very isolating and lonely disability, but a hearing dog makes a life-changing difference. Each dog will learn to recognise important sounds like the doorbell, alarm clock, and fire alarm, and will give their deaf owner a nudge or a paw to notify them of a sound.
“Not only do these intelligent dogs help deaf people feel safe, but they also provide a greater sense of confidence and independence in everyday life.
Hearing Dogs, tel, 01844 348100
