Deni Elliott

Thanks Beacon Press for the gifted ARC book.

Catching Sight by Deni Elliot, coauthored with Graham Buck, offered great insight into the world of guide dogs. I was particularly interested in this book having previously researched the possibility of puppy raising for Guiding Eyes as their program is in my home state of New York.

A wealth of information is presented about the process from breeding to training, matching to working, retirement and beyond. There’s a science behind the choices show more being made as much as there is intuition and trust in experience. The writing has an inviting tone and is accessible. Things are explained with enough detail to impart knowledge but not so much that the narrative becomes bogged down. Elliot’s personal story is open and vulnerable, sharing her struggles with internalized ableism and journey to self-acceptance. The dogs completely stole my heart.

Catching Sight is a compelling read recommended for those interested in the intersection of dogs, disability, partnership, and identity. show less