Meet Mr Cooper and his dog Snowy.
Mr Cooper is a member of our new scheme- Ornithology for the Blind- funded by the Welsh Assembly Government. We are hoping to think of a snappier name for the group and would welcome any suggestions.
Once a month me and Eddie take Mr Cooper out with us. We provide him with a commentary regarding what birds we have seen and Eddie writes the details down in a book for him. Mr Cooper has pointed out to us that he can’t actually read this book but nothing is perfect…Actually on the days when Mr Cooper is with us we don’t spot too many birds because of Snowy’s barking. I don’t think that he’s a proper guide dog at all…
Whilst the benefits of these outings might not be immediately obvious to an outsider, Mr Cooper assures us that it’s cheaper than spending all day in Wetherspoons.
For me and Eddie it provides the feeling that we are opening up the pleasures of the outdoors to somebody who would not otherwise have the opportunity to enjoy them, plus ten grand a year out of the public purse...
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