A group of guide dog puppies have been learning to travel by bus as part of their early training.
Stagecoach South’s Worthing depot hosted a special training session in partnership with The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association, giving the puppies a calm and controlled environment to explore the bus and practice boarding and disembarking.
The session formed part of Catch the Bus Month 2025, a nationwide campaign promoting the benefits of bus travel.
Mike Armitage, operations manager at Stagecoach South, said: "We’re proud to support The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association in their incredible work.
"These sessions are a brilliant way to help future guide dogs build confidence in a safe and welcoming setting.
"Catch the Bus Month is all about celebrating the accessibility and inclusivity of bus travel, and this partnership is a perfect example of how buses can help connect and empower communities."
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The puppies were able to explore the bus and get used to its sights and sounds without the hustle and bustle of the daily commute.
To find out more about Guide Dogs and how to support their work, visit https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/.
A representative at The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association said: "Experiences like these are essential for our puppies in training.
"Getting familiar with public transport early on helps ensure they’re ready to support someone with sight loss in real-world scenarios.
"We’re grateful to Stagecoach South for their continued support and for recognising the importance of inclusive travel during Catch the Bus Month."
Catch the Bus Month, organised by Bus Users UK, highlights the environmental, social and economic benefits of choosing bus travel.
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