This morning, I had a doctor’s appointment at the local hospital. While we were waiting to be called back, a little boy who couldn’t have been more than three came walking through the door with his mom and lit up as soon as he saw Kyle. He was shy and didn’t exactly know what to… Continue reading A happy note from a graduate
Thank you to the sponsors of this month’s class: Harold Skolnick, who sponsored the training of Guiding Eyes guide dog Eden. Spencer Cox, from SST European Auto Repair in Danbury, CT. We also thank the Fain Family for their support of our video streaming capabilities. Click here to watch the March 2015 graduation. Residential Graduates: Edita and Gwenyth… Continue reading March 2015 Graduating Class
Every year, the Yes I Can Award program selects its recipients from hundreds of applicants who shine as scholars, artists, athletes, community volunteers, advocates, technology experts and students who are making the successful transition from school into adult life. We are proud to share that Guiding Eyes grad Abby Edwards was selected as a 2015 recipient of… Continue reading Guiding Eyes graduate wins prestigious award
Opinions 4 Good (OP4G) is an online market research company that provides funding for nonprofits across the country. Since 2011, Guiding Eyes has received almost $30,000 through its partnership with OP4G. Thank you to everyone who has supported the OP4G initiative over the years! If you haven’t visited the site in awhile, we encourage you… Continue reading Support Guiding Eyes through OP4G
Last week at his first “Walk and Talk” evaluation, Wrangler received his puppy jacket. This jacket allows Wrangler to be an ambassador for Guiding Eyes while he is socializing in public, and lets him become accustomed to the feeling of wearing something on his body. Receiving a puppy jacket is a big milestone for a… Continue reading New jacket prompts fun outing
The space was built by HGTV’s Property Brothers and will help Wrangler grow comfortable with stairs and a variety of new surfaces – and give him a chance to simply play and enjoy puppyhood. When Wrangler grows out of the equipment, it will be donated to Guiding Eyes’ Canine Development Center to help more… Continue reading Wrangler has a new play space in the TODAY plaza!
Our TODAY show pup experiences this important rite of passage.
As Wrangler’s puppy raiser, I am responsible for teaching him basic skills and house manners and socializing him to everything the world has to offer. Going to the Today Show offers Wrangler a continual stream of both the familiar and the unfamiliar – and allows me ample opportunity to help him grow into a confident… Continue reading Lessons from Studio 1A
My name is Krista Anderson. I am a 45-year-old mother of two from Michigan, and am employed full-time as a clinical psychologist. I love to read, hike and spend time with my kids. I also happen to be blind. I am honored to share with you my story of blindness and my incredible relationship with… Continue reading Forever Blessed
Thank you to the sponsors of this month’s graduation: Judith Collard, sponsor of the training of Guiding Eyes Peppy – “I wish them all the luck in the world and a long and happy relationship together.” Peggy Nance Lyle, graduation sponsor – “To honor the February 2015 graduates and their service canines. And to… Continue reading February 2015 Graduating Class
