Meet Goose: The Blind Farm Dog Who Won Over Hearts and AFBF’s People Choice Pup Award

We all know the valuable role farm dogs have on the operation, from helping with daily tasks to companionship and morale boosters. That is especially true for “Goose,” a blind red-heeler who won the American Farm Bureau People’s Choice Pup Award.

He and his handler Lindie Huffman joined RFD-TV’s Eliza Petry to talk about his resilience and role on the farm, and how meaningful this award means to them.

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