Inspired by the concept of “Good Horsemanship,” Good Dogmanship reflects the knowledge and awareness that come from paying attention to the individual dog in front of you, recognizing what they are communicating, and responding in ways that support their well-being and strengthen your relationship. Through this new blog series, we’ll explore everyday principles of Good… Continue reading Good Dogmanship: Speak Up for Your Dog
Betty, Gingee, and Dermot have arrived at the University of Central Florida! Meet puppies Betty, Gingee and Dermot! On August 17th, they had a private flight to Sanford, Florida from White Plains, New York to meet their new Puppy Raisers, students at University of Central Florida. They will begin the important work of raising, socializing,… Continue reading Three future guide dogs have landed in Florida!
We’re excited to share that Guiding Eyes puppy raiser Jerry Burns was recently featured in Business Insider, where he shared how volunteering with Guiding Eyes has brought purpose, routine, and community to his retirement. Read the full story and learn more about Jerry’s experience here. After 53 years as a business owner, Jerry retired at… Continue reading Guiding Eyes Puppy Raiser Jerry Burns Featured in Business Insider
National Dog Month is the perfect time to celebrate the four-legged teachers in our lives. The time we spend with dogs can offer meaningful reminders more than we may realize, often through the simplest everyday moments. Some of those lessons make us laugh, while others stay with us for a lifetime. These are a few… Continue reading Lessons Dogs Teach Us
WAGATHON is a cumulative marathon that you and your dog can do anywhere, at your own pace, through September’s National Guide Dog Month. The ultimate goal is to hit 26.2 miles by September 30 – participation is simple, whether you run or walk a 5K, a 10K, a half or full marathon, the goal is… Continue reading WAGATHON 2026! Get ready!
Guiding Eyes for the Blind is proud to partner with Liberty Bank Foundation to help support our mission of providing guide dogs to those with vision loss so they can experience increased independence, mobility, opportunity, and an enhanced quality of life. This collaboration reflects a shared devotion to bringing powerful, meaningful change to the lives of people… Continue reading Liberty Bank Helps Open New Paths to Independence
For a person who is blind or visually impaired, navigating the world can sometimes feel like stepping into the unknown. At Guiding Eyes for the Blind, we are dedicated to replacing that uncertainty with confidence. Every Guiding Eyes guide dog provides more than safe travel – they offer trusted partnership, greater independence, and the freedom… Continue reading Make-A-Will Month: Create Your Will for Free and Leave a Lasting Legacy
Celebrating New Partnerships Share in the joy of this moment, when our students look forward to the adventures ahead with their Guiding Eyes guide dog. These intimate celebrations are recorded for guests interested in experiencing a Guiding Eyes graduation, but unable to join us in-person. It is our hope that people attending graduation, whether in-person… Continue reading Graduation is Time to Celebrate
We are excited to share highlights from our 49th Annual Guiding Eyes for the Blind Golf Classic, held on June 15 at the scenic Mount Kisco Country Club. It was an unforgettable day filled with golf, incredible guide dogs, adorable puppies, and an inspiring show of generosity. We are deeply grateful to everyone who participated… Continue reading A Memorable 2026 Guiding Eyes Golf Classic
Accessibility Removes Barriers and Unlocks the Possible Each year, the third Thursday of May marks Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). Join Guiding Eyes on May 21, 2026, in recognizing the importance of accessibility for our community. We often notice accessibility in physical spaces: a public restroom or ramped entrance that accommodates wheelchair users, an accessible… Continue reading Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2026
