Hearing Dog Guide Gretta’s impact on Geoff’s life has been profound. She alerts him to important sounds he can no longer hear, especially when his hearing devices are off. Even in windy conditions, when most sounds are hard to detect, Gretta stays attentive. Whether they are at home, walking through the neighbourhood, or out in nature, Geoff feels safe and supported with Gretta by his side.
“Before I got Gretta, I often withdrew into myself and didn’t feel confident going out alone. I would usually stay home, even when invited to spend time with friends, because I felt out of place and had lost much of my outgoing nature. Gretta has given me renewed confidence and the freedom to do things I may never have done without her.”
The two continue to build on their training, working together on new sound alerts outdoors.