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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026

Orientation using Tech and Remote Assistance

from Central Bark: A Guide Dogs for the Blind Podcast

What happens when guide dog travel meets emerging technology, and the right human support? In this episode of Central Bark, we explore how tools such as smart glasses, smartphones, and remote assistants can help guide dog handlers navigate unfamiliar places with greater confidence. Guide dog handler Alan Holst and orientation assistant Rachel Nelson join us to talk about how they’ve developed a system that combines technology, planning, and trusted communication to reduce uncertainty and expand independence.

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What happens when guide dog travel meets emerging technology, and the right human support? In this episode of Central Bark, we explore how tools such as smart glasses, smartphones, and remote assistants can help guide dog handlers navigate...

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