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25-year-old Devon has struggled with the impacts of her deafness and prosthetic leg all her life. Now, with hearing dog Molly, she has a greater sense of purpose alongside her “most loving, amazing, clever Cockapoo”.

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When ex-Navy veteran, Deryck, lost his wife during the pandemic, he was plunged into a dark and lonely place. The day before what would have been their 46th wedding anniversary, he met his hearing dog, and now best friend, Elroy.

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Tasha Stones reveals the impact that being profoundly deaf has had on her mental health

A young woman is sitting on a garden bench. She is leaning forward to greet a light coloured dog.

Remembering a charity in your Will is a wonderfully kind decision. It can tell your story beyond your years, expressing what mattered to you in life. We bust some common myths about this process and shine light on charitable gifts in Wills.

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Vampires, werewolves and unwanted ghostly visitors aren’t the only things to look out for this Halloween. Whilst it can be lots of fun for humans, certain traditions at this time of year can be a little too spooky for our four-legged friends.

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The most wonderful time of the year is upon us! We asked our Canine Healthcare Advisors for their top tips and tricks for keeping your four-legged friends happy, healthy and safe this Christmas.

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Meg has been a Dog Training Instructor at Hearing Dogs since 2022. Here, she takes us behind the scenes of our reward-based training and explains how the partnerships with these remarkable dogs are truly priceless.

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Remember, remember…the fifth of November and the evenings before that date can be very frightening for dogs. Here are our top tips for looking after your dog during fireworks season.

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Deafness affects so much more than just a person’s ability to hear. This World Mental Health Day, we want to shine a light on the hidden links between hearing loss and mental health.

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