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"Catching Sight" shares a woman’s journey through progressive blindness with her extraordinary guide dog.

Deni Elliott's book is full of her correcting mistakes and becoming aware of her authentic self.

There are thousands of guide dogs globally with different temperaments matched perfectly with their humans.

Many people rely on assistance dogs for support, and the well-being of all participants in these interactions is essential and must be given careful attention. To be sure that the dogs' and their humans' physical and emotional well-being receive the focus they require can take time and patience and isn't always easy to achieve. For this and other reasons, I was thrilled to learn about a new book titled Catching Sight: How a Guide Dog Helped Me See Myself by Deni Elliott with Graham Buck that brings readers into the incredible world of guide dogs to show why these close partnerships matter—not just for mobility, but for dignity and belonging.

Deni Elliott’s powerful story and journey through progressive blindness and the extraordinary guide dog who kept her safe will stay with you long after you finish reading this transformative book. When ethics scholar Deni realized she could no longer navigate the world safely alone, she turned to a guide dog—a decision that reshaped her understanding of disability and independence. Catching Sight offers a behind-the-scenes look at the world of guide dog breeding and training, revealing the intelligence and decision-making skills these dogs develop from birth.

Marc Bekoff: Why did you write Catching Sight?

Deni Elliott: I want to share with readers what I learned about dogs and myself when I learned how to partner with a professionally trained guide dog. When I met the little yellow Labrador retriever, Alberta, at Guiding Eyes for the Blind, I was blown........

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