Meet Lindsay and Quigley

Meet Lindsay and her seeing eye dog Quigley. Although Lindsay had already graduated high school at the time I reached out to her about my book, she was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) at age 6 and got her service dog, Quigley, at age 17. Since then, this team has done some pretty amazing things. They have been on the cover of a magazine, given talks on mental health awareness and service dog etiquette, and attended many graduations where Quigley had his own cap and gown (high school, undergrad from Texas A&M and graduate school). I should also mention that Lindsay ran her first full marathon earlier this year!  
Needless to say, Lindsay is unstoppable. 

Seeing eye dogs are known for being some of the most disciplined of service dogs. The training they undergo is especially rigorous and only certain types of dogs are cut out for it. Seeing eye dogs like Quigley, need to be obedient but at the same time, have the ability to discern what is best for their handler even if it goes against what the handler is asking them to do. Quigley will lead Lindsay around a poll, or construction sites, but he will also ignore Lindsay's commands if they leave her in a dangerous situation. If Lindsay tries to walk forward, Quigley will stop if there is a car coming and will not let her go until it is safe. 
It can be difficult for a blind person to feel independent. They are unable to drive, or even walk in unfamiliar places alone. Having a guide dog at their side gives them their independence back. Lindsay says that is her favorite thing about Quigley, that and “the fact that he’s really snuggly”.

“Quigley has been my partner in crime for eight years now and still going strong.”

Don't miss Lindsay and Quigley in "Our Service Dogs" paperback coming to amazon March 1st 2021.

TRAINER CREDIT:
Quigley was trained at The Seeing Eye
Amber Diane Hill does not officially endorse or support The Seeing Eye training company. Please do your own research when choosing a trainer.