AI is better at picking which puppy will make a good guide dog than humans are

AI technology is being used to identify puppies with the highest potential to become guide or service dogs. Research at the University of East London found an AI model achieved 80% prediction accuracy over 12 months. This approach could reduce the emotional and financial costs of late-stage training failures. The AI analyzes detailed behavior questionnaires completed by trainers, detecting patterns that even experienced professionals might miss. This innovation could save time and money while improving outcomes for dog training programs.