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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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“Pictures of My Dog” Quilt

Congratulations 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

In 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

Contact

CONTACT US Please note: TLCAD does not place Therapy Dogs, Emotional Support Dogs or Companion Dogs. See “Helpful Links” for more information. TLCAD does not train personal dogs into service dogs. TLCAD cannot certify your service dog as an ADI … Read more

female veteran, black lab service dog, sitting on bench outside

Puppies Do Push-Ups for PTSD

June 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am

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

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Exciting New Merger Announced for 2020

Guide 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