Month: September 2018

“Take me out to the ballgame!” This famous line from the anthem of American baseball took on a different meaning at a recent Baltimore Orioles game. Guiding Eyes graduate Tim Utzig was hanging out field-level with his guide dog, Alisa – but it wasn’t just for the peanuts and Cracker Jack.Majoring in political science and… Continue reading Guiding Eyes graduate enjoys a night at the ballpark

The journey from adorable puppy to working guide dog has many milestones – early socialization and training, the love, support, and attention of fantastic puppy raisers, and an experienced group of professional trainers all contribute to a guide dog’s path to success. But our pups wouldn’t grow up to become the exceptional guide dogs they… Continue reading Off-leash with the Guiding Eyes staff: Clover Williams

While most people were heading to the beach or firing up the grill this past Labor Day weekend, the Mingey family had other plans. Guiding Eyes brood Haven, currently being fostered by the Mingey family through Guiding Eyes’ brood and stud foster program, is spending three weeks at the Canine Development Center in Patterson, NY… Continue reading When life gives you lemons, this family makes lemonade…for guide dogs

Six years ago, I could have never imagined my life would be what it is today. Cancer may have taken my sight but my children, Nuala age five, and Aoife, age three, give me purpose.  Being their mom has been the hardest, most rewarding experience I have ever known. In just a few days, Nuala heads… Continue reading “Frances” by Guiding Eyes graduate Holly Bonner