Guide dogs are a fairly common sight and finding them in training in various places is also common. Miniature horses are not as widespread,at least I have yet to see one at work. They are not a new invention,and date back as early as the 17th century. Miniature horses range from anywhere between 19-38 inches in height. In the United States Seeing Eye began training guide dogs in 1929,it wasn't until about 13 years ago that someone got the idea to train miniature horses as guides. One of the biggest advantages of the miniature horses is their lifespan,since mostly large dog breeds are used as guide dogs once their training is complete it only leaves 6-8 years of service. While a miniature guide horse requires the same amount of time to train,their life expectancy is 30-40 years.
Guide horses also offer an alternative to people with dog allergies or phobias. They have a 350 degrees wide field of vision and eyes which are highly sensitive to motion,they also have excellent night vision.
A guide horse uses a harness similar to that of a guide dog,and are outfitted with special horse sneakers to help them keep traction on a variety of surfaces. They weigh 55-100 lbs. and they are trained to be fully housebroken. Just like guide dogs they are allowed pretty much anywhere a blind person is able to go.
Guide horses also offer an alternative to people with dog allergies or phobias. They have a 350 degrees wide field of vision and eyes which are highly sensitive to motion,they also have excellent night vision.
A guide horse uses a harness similar to that of a guide dog,and are outfitted with special horse sneakers to help them keep traction on a variety of surfaces. They weigh 55-100 lbs. and they are trained to be fully housebroken. Just like guide dogs they are allowed pretty much anywhere a blind person is able to go.
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