Our Team Victoria Cavaliere – Executive Director Victoria, KPA CTP, began as a volunteer trainer with TLCAD in January of 2013, as a way of giving back to the community. Her love of dogs and passion for making a difference, prompted … Read more
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Puppy Raising
May 12, 2010 |“Pictures of My Dog” Quilt
April 5, 2021Congratulations to the winner of the 2021 “Pictures of My Dog” quilt! This year’s Quilt winner is Irene Williams and service dog “Lennon” from San Diego. This cheerful and detailed quilt, measuring 80” x 106”, was crafted by the Santa … Read more
Stevie Provides the Gift of Comfort
November 10, 2017In a time of great sadness and grief, Hospice of the North Coast provides exceptional care to patients while supporting their family members at the Pacifica House. The Pacifica House is the only short term in-patient facility in North San … Read more
Partnerships
March 13, 2020 |Puppies Do Push-Ups for PTSD
Puppies Do Push-Ups for PTSD Awareness Month So-Cal Service Dogs Raise Awareness for Veterans With Puppy Push-Up Challenge Sunday, June 25th, volunteer puppy raisers from Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines (GDA|TLC) will support the Department of Veterans … Read more
Do you want to SPARK a better understanding of autism?
January 1, 1970Together, we can help spark a better future for all individuals and families affected by autism.
Wesley and Mully, 8 years in the Making
April 12, 2019Wesley has been with his service dog, Mully, for 8 years!
Exciting New Merger Announced for 2020
January 1, 2020Guide Dogs of America and Tender Loving Canines Assistance Dogs (TLCAD) today announced the merger of their organizations. This merger will combine their respective service dog programs into a single organization to be operated under the Guide Dogs of America … Read more