"Whether you've been a 'dog person' for years or have never had a dog, you can be a puppy raiser," Leader Dogs for the Blind in Michigan shared Kimberlee Speakman is a digital writer at PEOPLE. She ...
A charity is looking for more people to foster and raise guide dog puppies in Jersey. The Guide Dogs charity said fosterers provided a loving temporary home to a dog in training as part of support for ...
Floppy ears, big eyes, tender paws and earnest faces—puppies evoke an instant cuddle response in humans. But they can also change lives. That's the case for Katie McCoy, 33. Born with a genetic eye ...
Dogs Inc. serves people from all over the U.S., pairing them with their perfect pup at no cost, complete with lifetime ...
There's power in the pup. Thanks to a recent grant from the Gracie Gagnet Memorial Fund (named for the fund owners' beloved family pet), Guide Dogs of the Desert (GDD) can address a growing need for ...
Guide dogs are an essential tool for individuals with visual impairments who need assistance navigating the world around them. These highly trained dogs offer a sense of independence and freedom that ...
Lisa Rossano spends her days hanging out with Jethro, a 5-month-old yellow Labrador retriever. But Jethro isn’t Rossano’s new dog. Instead, Rossano is a “puppy raiser” for the Guide Dog Foundation and ...
We live in a diverse world where no two people look alike; walking down the street, you may encounter people with blue, pink, or purple hair. Or someone with tattoos from head to toe. While adults may ...
The Guide Dog Foundation has a wait list several years long for clients who are blind or visually impaired. The program helps ...
A sweet moment between a guide dog and his owner is gaining attention after @the_blind_girlie shared a video of her Labrador, ...
Experts share what assistance dogs do, the types of disabilities they support, and the role of reputable organizations in finding the right animal.