Visual Assistance Dogs

Classification	Service Dog
Color	Gray
Type	Visual Assistance Dogs
Job	To guide their visually impaired or blind handler.
Handler	May or may not show signs of visible disability.
Gear	Visual Assistance Dogs will wear a guide dog harness, typically of which at least some part is white. White is the color protected for use by guide dogs and visually impaired individuals.
Signs	Visual Assistance Dogs are commonly called “Guide Dogs” or “Leader Dogs.” Most are mostly Labs.
Notes	Sometimes Golden Retrievers or German Shepherds, but they can be any sturdy, even-tempered, medium or large breed dog.
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