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Report from the Kennels: What do we do all day?

by Guiding Eyes dog Keating Hi my name is Keating.  I’m a big yellow Labrador with brown eyes and a dark nose.  My ears have a little bit more brown than the rest of my body; some people say they are caramel-colored.  (I’ve heard that caramel is quite yummy… does anyone else agree?) I was… Continue reading Report from the Kennels: What do we do all day?

December 2012 Graduating Class

Thank you to our December graduation sponsors: “Today we honor our precious Vera! We are so very proud of you and how far you have come. You light up the room wherever you go. And from today onward, you will light the way for Nino. May you both be safe, provide comfort to each other… Continue reading December 2012 Graduating Class

A Positive Approach

by Sue Dishart I love to read.  I just finished Jon Gordon’s international bestseller, The Energy Bus.   The book reveals ten secrets for approaching life with the kind of thinking that leads to true accomplishment – at work and at home.  Gordon talks about clear visions, positive energy and surrounding yourself with inspiring people.  And… Continue reading A Positive Approach

A Day in the Life: Ann Chiappetta

Ann Chiappetta is a mom, wife and therapist from New York.  She typically travels through life at a high rate of speed, always accompanied by Guiding Eyes dog Verona.  This post is an excerpt from Ann’s own blog – http://www.thought-wheel.com/ Teamwork This entry continues exploring the question, what do our  dog guides actually do for… Continue reading A Day in the Life: Ann Chiappetta

October/November 2012 Graduating Class

  Thank you to our November graduation sponsor – Dr. Mayda Arias. “Congratulations to all the graduates. I wish for all of you many years of happiness and success with your guide dogs.” Meet our Graduates: Thomas & JJ Susan & Liza Cindy & Gardenia Kenn & Johnny Richard & Cameron Kimberly & Marli William… Continue reading October/November 2012 Graduating Class

Volunteerism: Why do we do it?

Guiding Eyes for the Blind has more than 1,400 active volunteers.  These incredible people support our mission in a multitude of ways, and we would simply be unable to provide our services without their hard work. Studies show that people volunteer for a number of reasons.  These include: Values: an opportunity to express altruism and… Continue reading Volunteerism: Why do we do it?

Hurricane Sandy Update

Regrettably, the graduation ceremony scheduled for this Saturday, November 3rd has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. The IFT scheduled for Monday, November 5th will go ahead as planned.  If anything changes, we will post updates to our website and social media pages immediately. Guiding Eyes continues to experience power outages at both the… Continue reading Hurricane Sandy Update

Guiding Eyes and Hurricane Sandy

Friends from around the country have been checking in with us over the past two days and we are deeply grateful for everyone’s concern. Our Training School and Canine Development Center campuses have both survived the storm with minimal damage. The heavy winds took out most of the fencing along the side of our Yorktown… Continue reading Guiding Eyes and Hurricane Sandy

What motivates you?

By: Gerald Brenninkmeyer Motivation.  We all recognize when we question ours, but do we recognize when our dogs question theirs?  The more I train dogs and do problem solving in the field, the more I look at what is motivating the dog to perform, work, behave or listen. The common expression “dogs do what works”… Continue reading What motivates you?

September 2012 Graduating Class

Thank you to this month’s graduation sponsors: From Pretty Awesome Unconditional Love to Perfectly Engineered Goodness.  Congratulations on your new partnerships and best wishes for many adventures to come. – Diane Miller and Honoring Stacy Blair – Anita Wilton Meet our Graduates: Jennifer Blinsmon & Rawlins Maria Vives & Vanilla Ward Dudley & Val Nancy… Continue reading September 2012 Graduating Class