guide dog

American  

[gahyd dawg, dog] / ˈgaɪd ˌdɔg, ˌdɒg /

noun

1. a dog that has been specially trained to assist a blind or visually impaired person.

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guide dog British  

noun

1. a dog that has been specially trained to live with and accompany someone who is blind, enabling the blind person to move about safely

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Etymology

Origin of guide dog

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

"The cost and complexity of obtaining an Animal Health Certificate for every journey has prevented many guide dog owners from being able to work, attend important events and travel independently. "

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

I’ve written favorably in the past about the work of Emilie Louise Gossiaux, who lost her sight in an accident while a student and focuses largely on her guide dog.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Things improved once Andy took the leap to have cane training, followed by getting his guide dog Pearlie.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

Her guide dog Tudor was there to walk her down the aisle.

From BBC • Aug. 21, 2025

“Nah. I just said I didn’t need it. What do I need a guide dog for?”

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor