Have you seen our public service announcement (PSA) about the access denials that guide dog handlers continue to face at restaurants, rideshares, hotels, and other businesses? The PSA shines a light on this widespread issue. Titled Nonsense, the spot features the tagline, “Let them in. Let them work,” emphasizing that service dogs are highly trained working animals, not pets.
Gratitude has shaped every step of Sheri Cohen's journey with Guide Dogs for the Blind. From the volunteer puppy raisers to the instructors and support staff, Sheri shares how GDB’s caring community has made a lasting difference—and why she's giving back to help ensure others can experience that same support.
GDB client Chelsie Bowden (and their guide dog Harry) and Field Service Manager Anne Tyson recently joined KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM to talk about the life-changing impact of Guide Dogs for the Blind and the key role puppy raisers play in creating more guide dog partnerships. Pictured here, Chelsie and guide dog Harry walk down a city sidewalk with radio interviewer, Manda Factor.
Central Bark Podcast: The Life of a GDB Puppy Raiser
What does it take to raise a future guide dog – and how do you say goodbye when it’s time for formal guide dog training?
In this episode of Central Bark, host Theresa Stern sits down with volunteer guide dog puppy raiser, Kristine Reynolds, to explore the rewarding journey of raising George, her third Guide Dogs for the Blind puppy in training.
Hundreds of volunteer puppy raisers and their pups came together for Fun Day at our Oregon and California campuses for a tail-wagging good time! This year's National Barks theme took them on a journey through destinations like El Barkitan, RedWoof FURest, and Grand Canine. Packed with fun, learning, recognition, and celebration, Fun Day honors GDB’s incredible volunteers who help shape the future of our guide dogs, K9 Buddies, and breeders.
