Today, on International Day of Charity, we celebrate you! We couldn’t do what we do without our community of generous supporters and volunteers, and we want to thank you for helping us break down the barriers that limit people with low vision or blindness. This day is a global reminder of the power of compassion. Charity brings people together, strengthens communities, and helps create a more inclusive world for everyone. Whether you’ve donated, volunteered, shared our message, or simply cheered us on, THANK YOU. [Image description one: four Guide Dog Trainers crouch down and smile at the camera. In front of them three black Labradors and two yellow Labradors sit or lay down, wearing brown leather harnesses.] [Image description two: Administration volunteer, Sally, sits at a desk and speaks on the phone.] [Image description three: Coin collection dog maintenance volunteer, Chris, sits behind a table full of coin collection dogs.] [Image description four: Bequestors, Marita and Bard, smile at the camera with their arms around each other.] (fb)

Beth has fond memories of growing up on the Sunshine Coast, as a sport loving, adventurous child with a natural talent for sports. At five years old Beth's vision began to deteriorate due to a rare condition, and by twenty one, she was completely blind. Flinnie, Beth's fourth Guide Dog, helps to support Beth through every chapter of her life, as a Para-triathlete, a mother and a remedial massage therapist. Beth shared with us how grateful she is to have Flinnie protected against harmful parasites, thanks to NexGard Spectra Australia. ''It’s important to me that Flinnie remains healthy and protected from parasites thanks to products like NexGard SPECTRA® monthly chews. Being busy, it’s one less thing I need to worry about, and I am extremely grateful that all of my past dogs have also had this protection. These beautiful dogs help me to be an everyday mum…to have an everyday family life.'' says Beth. See product label for full claim details and directions for use. [Image Description: Guide Dog Handler Beth and Guide Dog Teena are walking through a field with Beth's children, laughing, smiling and holding hands] NexGard Spectra Australia Boehringer Ingelheim (fb)