Guide dog puppy Kernow makes his first visit to Cornwall

Kernow came down to the Cothele Estate with Carol his carer, raiser and walker, and Pam Gratton Fund Raiser Guide Dogs UK to meet fundraiser David Saunby.

Kernow on his first visit to Cornwall with Carol his carer, raiser and walker, and Pam Gratton Fund Raiser Guide Dogs UK

Speaking after meeting Kernow Mr Saunby, organiser of the annual Martin Jennings Memorial Run which raised over £11,000 to put the puppy through training to qualify as a guide dog, said: "I had a great time, and nice to speak with Carol his carer and puppy walker, who said he is looking very promising to hopefully becoming a fully trained Guide Dog" .

Kernow with David Saunby on his first visit to Cornwall

"I was a bit sad, when it was time for Kernow leave for his home in Devon, but hopefully we will meet again for my second a final visit, when he gets a little older".

Mr Saunby says he was told that Kernow, who was born on December 16 last year, is quite unique having white paw pads on his front feet, when the rest of him is totally black. He also appears to have the Batman symbol visible on his chest.

Kernow on his first visit to Cornwall with the 'batman' logo apparently on his chest

"He is a very handsome boy," said Mr Saunby.

Kernow was also given his personalised ceramic dog bowls made especially for him by Michael Miller of Trezaise Pottery, Nr Roche free of charge.

Kernow prepares to go back to Devon after his first visit to Cornwall

It takes around 20 months to transform a puppy into a confident guide dog, and the memorial run members can proudly follow Kernow’s progress every step of the way with the Packet.

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During this time, they will receive pup dates on Kernow’s progress through training as well as getting a visit and to meet him during his time with his puppy raiser.