Guide Dog Q&A

[@Amelia-vp8dd]

Who’s here after she decided to retire gallop

[@nilesgregory3356]

yep very sad

[@user-pr8ln4pz1g]

Molly just barely had Gallop at this point. WOW!

[@24auto22]

If you give hate to this Amazing woman you should just leave!

[@karenzekauskas3006]

24Auto #Truth

[@BeeStingBea]

Just came from the story of Gypsy's death to watch this video. 🥰

[@carlygraham9044]

Same 😢

[@livvid2150]

brittannie burris omg I just watched that video 🤭

[@poggers9896]

Same ah can't stop crying

[@vibesooooo]

Same😭

[@hallenicholas6420]

Same

[@madame33licious]

@9:50 a butterfly flew by you.... when you were talking about her... typically that’s a sign a loved one is near. ❤️

[@rachelgroth7108]

I would love to see a video of you walking with gallop and showing us comands!

[@nunulea1]

did she do one jet?

[@martinc.720]

I don't think she did.

[@quandovoceleroscomentarios9622]

I would love to see a video of you and the mighty Brady

[@Lunamaymusic]

Rachel Groth ki

[@bixzterthetrickster5586]

She did a video showing and talking about her commands :)

[@irhonda31]

I'd love to see a video on how you cross streets, or anything. I'm interested in any aspect of how you negotiate and manage your life. I think this would really help sighted people, like myself, to have a better understanding of what your needs. When I see a blind person coming down the street, I just give them a wide berth so that I'm not in their way, but maybe I could be more helpful than evasive. Most of us just don't want to make someone feel as though we think they are helpless, so I think we err on the side of "under-doing" rather than "over-doing."

[@GoddessJen74]

Wow! We believe the exact same thing - spirits, reincarnation, & Karma. My husband has seizures. We were sold (not by your school.... We live in Coast Georgia USA) a beautiful German Shepherd who was supposed to be a service dog for my husband, but we found out she was not trained. Great ending: Our sweet German Shepherd is the best girl ever!!! She learned our & our daughter's routines. She lays beside my hubby before he has a seizure, signaling us!! Whenever one of us is depressed or sad, she will either lay beside that family member (4 of us me, hubby 2 teenage daughters) comforting them. Even if the door is closed to whomever's room, she will lay against that door (she pushes it open, on purpose, with her butt😄😃😂) She's been a family member for 4 years now & she's perfect. I shared you channel on my FACEBOOK & Twitter!! You are wonderful!! Much love from us!! Jen🎀

[@gothicanimegirl44]

Find it interesting your story with how you met Gypsy was very similar to how my dad met Junior which was his work dog but by work I mean he was a cattle dog. He would help my dad herd cattle and that kind of thing. When my dad first went to go look at these puppies the guy fed them so they would all come out so my dad could look at them and Junior refused to go eat instead he sat by my dad and obviously wanted to be with my dad and that was the best decision that was ever made I mean he was my dad's best friend. Dogs know best.

[@shortysax]

Thank you for this video! This was so educational. There are so many facets to having a guide dog that I never would have thought of before! I wish you and Gallop a very happy and long life and career together!

[@ElliannaKayleighxo]

You are so well spoken! Love your videos.

[@LilCountrryGal77]

I cried when you started talking about Gyps!!! Great video and I can't wait to meet your baby boy

[@KyranaShana27]

Just binged all the way back here over the last few days after finding you videos! I had a lecturer who was blind at uni when I was studying to be a special needs teacher. She lost her sight at 35 from neurological illness and also had some light perception. It was awesome learn from her first hand experience of visual impairment but I've loved learning so much more from your videos!

[@LUCY.PARK.06]

Goodnight Gallop ❤ you were such a wonderful guide dog 🦮

[@LovelyGingaNinja]

I would love to see a video on how you cross streets! I'm here because I saw your comment on another video, and subscribed! Love your personality :)

[@radiospark52]

As a nurse and a dog lover i would so love a video on how you improve your mobility using your guide dog!! such an interesting and informative tool for medical students.

[@SusanaRego]

Molly you are such a sweet soul. I’ve seen about 3 of your videos by now and I can tell you have such a big heart. Your baby girls is always by your side taking care of you. I would love to see you and your baby boy in play time together 💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@katiemccarty7956]

I cane from Shane’s channel and ur like literally one of my fave youtubers already and I’m binge watching all of your videos. You are so sweet and open minded and inspiring to me because of all the physical and emotional struggles you have overcome. I’m so happy Shane collaborated with you❤️

[@samidevries5397]

Can't wait I just realized I haven't seen half your videos so I'm starting from the oldest one

[@kaitlinaanderle1976]

I am about to watch every video you ever made because you are providing such important education. I am the director of disability services at a college. It is a small school and we have our first student with a guide dog in over 20 years. I want to watch your videos because you are amazing, but also so I can get more perspective. Of course everyone’s experience is unique and I am so excited to learn more about yours!

[@amnz-pq6py]

I am SO excited! I've been watching your uploads every so often, ever since I saw you on Drew Lynch's uploads. I had the thought that these must have started somewhere, so I came to your youtube page and found your first upload. Now, I am going to start watching these in chronological order. :) I LOVE the dress and necklace that you're wearing in this upload. I also enjoyed listening to your story of Gypsy and Gallup. :)

[@addictedtothebold]

I really enjoyed this video. You answered the questions very well. Happy New Year Ms. Burke and I wish you and your guide dog the best of luck!

[@wheelingfreedom7621]

in the US there is no certification and you cannot be denied from ER it is only certain parts of the hospital

[@melStephens1994]

+ Diane Bradford: I go everywhere with my dog; it's important for him:her to go and work because if they don't work it can cause bordem and therefore negative behaviors.

[@aericwinter]

This was very interesting! It's incredible what lengths schools like Mira will go to to get you the best possible guide dog for you. They more than deserve the recognition they receive!

[@courtneyroberts6114]

Great video loved it keep up the amazing work

[@AmyDuan]

hi, new sub here. i discovered you from Dr. mike. you're fun and to watch. i learn something new in the 3 videos i have watched today. binge watching today. love you.

[@jenniferc.6165]

I myself am legally blind, my husband was totally blind and we both went to Leader Dogs, they don't pre-match you, your trainer takes you out and pretends to be the dog and they watch to see your gait, your personality, how you handle situations (SQUIRRREL!) lol and then after a couple days of that and lectures on how to handle the dog guide, care and feeding etc. then they have you wait in your room and bring the dog into meet you for the first time. My dog Chloe and I bonded right away. Allen told me it took a day for him and his first dog Shadow but Abbey was his bestie by that night after he fed her for the first time.

[@yamikatie8226]

This was such an interesting video! I found you through the recent video you did with Tommy Edison and simply had to check out what else you had done!

[@AA-ei2zu]

Anyone here in 2020? No just me... Yep definitely just me!

[@dankelley6724]

Me too I’m here in 2020

[@janaomaribrahim9424]

Meeeeeee

[@verodg7833]

Meeeee

[@itskoda90]

Watching your older videos ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheRor]

So interesting learning about guide dogs. Will definitely donate to Mira foundation and local charities that do the same work. Thanks for sharing Molly!

[@Allyyyy555]

Im OBSESSED with 20 year old Molly & 24 year old Molly

[@chriss7172]

Would love to hear about times that Gallop or Gypsy has used willful disobedience. Both times when it was a good thing that they did it and also times when they were in confusing situations where they thought they were protecting you but that was not accurate.

[@xosusy]

You are such a beautiful soul.♥️

[@alicepreshaw9752]

molly its only 19 mins i love it

[@lauraprusila7120]

(Like if you are watching in 2019) I love how you say sOrry like a true Canadian😂👌

[@Bibinette23]

Laura Prusila I was about to like and then realized I’m 3 hours into 2020

[@dianaa5231]

That dress is to die for OMG so cute!

[@cristiemcmillan341]

Thank you soooooo much for sharing this. I really enjoyed watching. I look forward to watching more of your videos. :)

[@chriss7172]

The little butterfly flying around when you talked about missing Gypsy and accepting Gallop at the Mira foundation was so neat. ( know you did not plan that but it was cool)

[@abooswalehmosafeer173]

Absolutely spiritual!!

[@joancam2144]

Even as here second video molly is amazing

[@valerielinares2068]

I LOVE your dress in this video! So cute, and love the color!!

[@joeyvall7969]

Awesome. Very inspiring

[@CoralineLTB]

Yes, do a video on orientation mobility skills! :)

[@asljones1478]

I like the idea of an orientation skills video!

[@katiemccarty7956]

Make merch! I Stan this queen

[@nicktheveganchick]

Very interesting information, thanks for sharing!

[@jennatigerrose]

hello :) i find it so interesting watching you read braille i hope thats not strange, ive learnt alot about guide dogs :)

[@rick92rr]

So many things to learn, thank you, I loved your video :)

[@talia841951]

Very informative thank you ❤

[@Lizzi3_thelizard]

Rip gallop ❤❤❤

[@melStephens1994]

+Molly Burke: I too am working towards more awareness, I think you are doing a great job. I love the sound of the breed your boy is. I would love to see one one day, unfortunately I don't think rural Australia would be a suitable environment. Thanks again, I enjoy hearing your experiences on the other side of the world

[@MelanieTheEquestrian]

Thank you so much for this video. It’s actually interesting when you used a golden lab name Lucy because I own a 1 1/2 year old Goldador named Lucy. Her dad is a golden retriever and her mom who we own is a yellow lab.

[@daylilyindark]

I'm living for that dress and its colour❤️

[@marianpantilei4415]

yeah do the video

[@samidevries5397]

I was bullied for 5 years you helped me find myself again

[@ryanm7249]

Very cool Molly. It's Ryan the blind kid who you replied to on the tattoo video. We have so much in common as far as how we are independent. We should share each others ways of being independent and become friends! I don't have a guide dog and just prefer to use my cane, but guide dogs are awesome! How do you record videos by yourself? Do you know what Jaws commands to use to look at comments without having to revisit every video? I currently have to have people help me with these things, and would love to do it by myself!

[@lexytas]

Elephants are my favorite animal!!! Are they still your favorite?

[@tatianasolsrud9077]

She sounds so Canadian in this video.

[@LifeDuzntGivMeLemons]

Not sure if anyone mentioned this in the comments, but in the United States, there is no official certification for service dogs

[@maisiemaisincorporated8623]

LifeDuzntGivMeLemons I thought there was. hmm learn something new everyday. and I live in the u.s

[@thomasbobbitt3741]

LifeDuzntGivMeLemons there is certification for service dogs, but there isn’t any for emotional support animals. Or at least I think there’s certification for it, my friend’s mom’s service dog has some sort of certification.

[@julianartowska4961]

Elephants are also my favourite animal ❤️❤️🐘🐘❤️❤️🐘🐘

[@quandovoceleroscomentarios9622]

WOW Molly you look like a boss with these glasses haha

[@bonniesf6719]

Loved it, and that dress looked great on you at that age!

[@terry19481948]

good video. a walking around video would be very interesting. I was surprised that a poodle is a guide dog. thank you

[@juniper617]

You really need a clipboard, Molly. Trying to read Braille on the flopping page seems awkward. 🙂

[@abif4980]

does the mira foundation also work with autistic children? I heard about a school in Canada a couple months ago that uses the labernese for autism service dogs.

[@joshuaw9009]

This is so interesting as a sighted person I am in awe. Will you make a video in French like a day in the life of or a vlog like you just posted today.

[@gurowagan8617]

This was very interesting! And that dress is absolutely stunning on you! 😍

[@TheStephandSteveShow]

can you please do a video on showing what gallop can do?

[@Holly-hr1cw]

Ahhh Molly's dress was so beautiful!!

[@LaceyJuk]

Molly, I went to the Mira foundation website to see if I could volunteer for them, but they are only in Quebec. I wish there was something Toronto based I could do.

[@ges4934]

Loved your video :)

[@LisaDonaldson246]

Beautiful dress pastel peach color

[@oliviastephenson8805]

your dog sounds lovely

[@karasnyder509]

Awesome videos… Thank you! When you describe how you see I was amazed how closely it sounded like my personal visual experience. I also have a guy dog and am legally blind from T1D. You have inspired me to start wearing eye make-up again! Peace! Kara and Haven (my guide dog)

[@auntyangie33]

Do they have beeping noises on crossings and the spinning divice that spins when the lights change in Canada?

[@Brittlivesfashion]

So happy I found your channel on Ingrid's comments, your so beautiful. I am a new subscriber! :) stay strong beautiful. Life is though for me now, my dad has aggressive sarcoma cancer, he has 2 tumors, and were slowly loosing him. I am 17! But I have to stay strong and not let myself go So I make beauty videos too :)

[@MollyBurkeOfficial]

Brittlivesfashion Hello love! Thanks a ton, I really appreciate all of your lovely comments. Yes, it is very important to stay positive and strong, but it is also okay to be weak and feel pain sometimes. I'm sorry to hear about what your family is dealing with, I will send good vibes your way and check out your channel too!

[@hilaryfox5323]

Sorry both my mom and my dad died from lung cancer. I hppe for the best outcome for your dad

[@lvega5606]

Awww, Brit, so sorry to hear about your dad being sick while you're so young. My mom passed last year very unexpectedly from aggressive leukemia. It is a nightmare at first, but with time you will eventually be able to smile at the good memories you've made.

[@LeslieDeCosier]

did she ever make the video of her doing like a "tour" around her neighborhood with gallup?

[@NastiOlives]

All this time, when you said Mira(my name!) i thought you said Mirror, until i googled "st pierre dog". :)

[@dianebradford2056]

Hi Molly, I loved this video. I have just started doing some research on Guide Dog schools because I am very interested in having a Seeing Eye Dog. Can you tell me more about Mira in Quebec? Is the "person" training done in English or French?

[@MollyBurkeOfficial]

+Diane Bradford Congrats, that's so exciting! What a big moe forward for your life. :) If you speak English, they will put an English speaking trainer with you. All of the dogs commands are in French, which they will help you learn. :) I HIGHLY recommend this school. I've done research on many schools and have a list of backups if for some reason I could not go to Mira, but honestly, non of them even come close to the Mira training standards and breeding + followup.

[@dianebradford2056]

+Molly Burke Thanks for your reply. I have started the application process. My eye doctor actually took the time to write a letter of recommendation with the eye report! My parents, on the other hand, are not over thrilled- but that's another story. I am wondering, do you ever do anything without Gallop? I still have some sight in my right eye and am comfortable doing some things because I go with my mom. For example, to go get groceries, going to church, clothing shopping. Would it be ok to do some things with my Guide Dog? Thanks :)

[@hannahbailey1771]

+Diane Bradford I don't mean to hijack the post but since Molly hasn't responded yet I thought you wouldn't mind if I commented. I don't have much experience with specifically guide dogs but with all service dogs you don't have to use them all the time. We often use the term 'service people' to define people who can step in and help us like our service dogs, often letting us leave the dog at home. Sorry if this didn't make any sense but long story short is yes, you can do some (or many) things without your service dog.

[@lucdesrochers1163]

OMG im on the account of my boyfriend cause i am on the ipad. Ive just follow you on youtube with my account on my phone and i am so so so amazed by you, your story, your world. Im from Québec and didn’t know Mira was from there. Thank you for being i am excited to get to know more you inspire me very much. I love you❤️❤️❤️

[@sarahkowalski6211]

2019??? Anyone

[@sophiaclapp912]

2020

[@Kathryn.md08]

2020

[@anthonycorine5713]

Just one little comment. You're AMAZING!

[@desmondmoonbear2112]

You... Are... Soooooooooo... Awesome

[@jessicawatson7360]

In UK they bring the dog to you for a visit to determine if they’re going to be a match.

[@emilywilson6692]

Hi Molly, my name is Emily. How does guides dog alert you to something like a low tree branch?

[@jessicawatson7360]

Emily Wilson if they can go around it safely they do, if not then they stop before it so you can find it or go to the curb to go around it depending on the road and if it’s safe you can off the curb to get around it or drop the handle till you’ve gone past. Hope that makes sense, I’m from UK so, there may be differences.

[@ameliastar8436]

Who’s watching in 2019

[@Luka_rose]

Me

[@niklaspilot]

Molly, you said I shouldn’t watch this but this in fact just made me want to watch it even more! 😄 Sorry for that! But this isn’t as cringy as you said it was gonna be.

[@TheStrat70]

Do u think u might get a st pierrie

[@EE-fn4pq]

I love you for your positivity please be my teacher of healthy living and lifestyle, I want your thoughts on keeping positive which is a big issue for me! Please Molly Mom! I value your opinion😊

[@ashleigh_marrrie]

Hi Molly, I know this is an old video and I could comment on a newer video but while I'm here I guess I'll just ask, Who edits your videos? I have watched your videos about how you use technology, so I assume you mostly edit them but how do you know the video is out of focus, or whenever you put a " # Blind Girl Problems " moment, LOL. Loving your videos by the way! :)

[@addictedtothebold]

She hires someone to do it. She said so in a Q and A or something

[@ashleigh_marrrie]

oh cool, thank you! :)

[@newhavencreative4533]

Where can people donate?

[@izzyh5252]

Link in the description

[@kitti8240]

2019?

[@maegand8586]

Kitti 2020

[@subhayanmajumdar1755]

Though being an Indian, I truly accept to your opinion .

[@asparaguslord6790]

You said that at most schools, guide dogs are pre-matched with a handler....was I the only person who thought of dog Uber?

[@ri-ro6zh]

2018

[@kaylimcginnis]

Wow and now she just retired Gallop a few days ago

[@bethanywelker9459]

This literally has 4 thumbs down, I love that

[@harveyabel1354]

I know you asked us not to comment with hate, but......sushi!! Oh, ick!! My wife and daughter adore that stuff too.