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Scott Lavery GDA Obituary

UPS Scotty’s Dogs, supports the Guide Dogs of America’s mission of providing guide and service dogs free of charge to the visually impaired, veterans and children with autism.

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Our Programs

At Guide Dogs of America, we believe that a well-trained service dog partner offers new opportunities for greater independence, enhanced mobility, and social interaction. Visit our “Our Programs” to learn more about our service dogs.

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Fiji, a Facility Dog

The first six months at Mobile County courthouse Meet Fiji, a facility dog who works in the Mobile County District Attorney’s Office at the Mobile County courthouse. Fiji is trained to do specific, skilled tasks in various situations within the … Read more

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What You Should Know About White Cane Safety Day

People who are blind or visually impaired use a white cane to scan their surroundings for obstacles or orientation marks, like curbs, steps, and uneven surfaces. It is also helpful for onlookers in identifying the user as blind or visually … Read more

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We’re Celebrating World Autism Month!

World Autism Month is celebrated every April, beginning with World Autism Awareness Day on April 2. Our goal is to help create a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. Here are a few facts that … Read more

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Superdogs, To The Rescue!

We partnered with Spot Pet Insurance to highlight how we help our clients who are blind and visually impaired by matching them with dogs who become trusted companions. Featured organization: Guide Dogs of America About our guide dogs: “Guide Dogs … Read more

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National Service Dog Month with Guide Dogs of America

We partnered with Dogdrop for National Service Dog Month to acknowledge the nonprofit organizations and service dogs that work hard every day to help people live better lives. Service dog organizations not only provide training and benefits – they create a … Read more