Today's #DailyPointofLight Jacquelyn Penn became a puppy raiser for the @guidedogfdn and America's VetDogs in 2020 and helps teach #service dogs to become dogs that help with guiding people in need, scent detection, PTSD and more. brnw.ch/21wI5Et

Warmer days are almost here ☀😎

Although we may have lost an hour of sleep, the good news is that the sun will set past 7 p.m. starting this week 🌆

Image shows a woman kneeling next to her black guide dog laughing. Her guide dog is leaning into her while she pets its back.

Celebrating Lily Zhang, today's #DailyPointofLight ! Six years ago, she began her journey with the @guidedogfdn, caring for pups in the kennels. 🐾 Leveraging her 20+ years in event planning, Lily now orchestrates the foundation's annual fundraiser. brnw.ch/21wHAo4

THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS....

Join the Guide Dog Foundation from ANYWHERE during our Virtual 5K Run & Dog Walk! This event will be held between April 24th to May 7th, 2024.

Learn more about this event by click here: guidedog.org/gd/events-and-…

As dedicated volunteers for @guidedogfdn, today's #DailyPointofLight Award honorees Peg Wong and Ed Chan started their journey as puppy raisers and now provide a temporary refuge for older dogs in need. @americasvetdogs brnw.ch/21wHdOQ

Happy Valentine’s Day 🩷🐾

Photo shows a valentines card with lab puppy in a guide dog vest. The text reads “I ‘labrador’ u. Will u be my Valentine… or puppy raiser?”

Training a guide dog involves more than just ground-level navigation—it's about watching out from all angles!

At the Guide Dog Foundation, our dogs learn to keep their handlers safe by scanning above eye level. They can detect challenges and expertly navigate away from danger.

“Find the curb!”🚨

Mastering this command is crucial for guide dogs as they ensure the safety of their low vision or legally blind handlers, especially on streets without sidewalks.

Don’t take our word for it, find out for yourself 🤪

GDF is always in need of volunteers! Learn the many different ways you can help by clicking the link in our bio.

Video shows two puppies, a yellow lab and a black lab playing together.

#guidedog #puppylove #volunteer

Celebrating Black History Month today and everyday.

'I did the whole walk... it took me less than ten minutes to do. By myself, that would've taken at least 30 minutes. I felt so empowered.' - Chris, a recent graduate, when asked how it felt to walk at night for the first time with his guide dog, Naomi

I think I like this little dog... 💤🐾 

Watch as a future assistance dog gets ready for their close-up. A cozy moment before they embark on a journey of helping others. 🌟📷

Help us grow future guide dogs! Our incredible volunteers, like Bill from Baldwin, NY, are making a significant impact in the lives of our breeder dogs.

We need YOUR help! Join us as a Breeder Caretaker volunteer and contribute to creating life-changing guide dogs. 🦮💙

A behind the scenes look at how a typical puppy photoshoot goes 📸✨

These pups are on track to become future assistance dogs. While they may be small now, they will grow up to do big things!

Video shows clips of 4 to 6 week old pups having their Puppy Portraits taken.

🚨 New Puppy Alert 🚨

Brie will be joining our team for 14-18 months as a future guide dog from the Guide Dog Foundation!

Welcome to Happy Valley, Brie! 🐾💙

When someone who is legally blind has or low-vision is matched with their guide dog, an unbreakable bond is formed. 

Join us in making a difference by visiting guidedog.org 💙🐾

This black Labrador Storm is unleashing a “bark-nado” of laughter with her silly faces! 😂🌪️

Guiding the way no matter the terrain 🐾🌨️

Our Guide Dogs undergo intensive training to excel in pathfinding, obstacle navigation, and stopping at curbs.

Check if you're eligible for a guide dog at guidedog.org.

Puppy learning in progress ⚠️ It was a chilly day in Huntington, NY for today’s puppy training class! Puppy raisers learned how to properly have these pups walk through double doors, navigate uneven surfaces, and manage distractions.

Winter weather is officially here ❄️ Check out these cold weather care tips to keep your pups safe and healthy during this snowy season. Click here to learn more: guidedog.org/GD/care-and-su…

Image shows an adorable yellow lab puppy jumping through snow.