Hearts have melted over a canine who failed his guide dog assessment years ago still unable to help himself from wanting to lead. Those who don't complete the training might be turned away because of ...

Mackenzie Jacobs gets up early every morning to feed her puppy, Korlette. The pair practice commands like "sit" and "lie down," The 10-year-old loves being an official puppy raiser and working with ...

Looking for a pup who can keep up? The smartest dog breeds are quick learners, great problem-solvers, and full of personality ...

The Seeing Eye, a nonprofit that has facilitated more than 18,000 matches between guide dogs and individuals who are blind, is looking for volunteers in Perry County to help raise its future working ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — Before a puppy becomes a guide dog, it has to learn to be a good dog. That's where our Everyday Heroes, Puppy Raisers, come in. Jenny Collins is training 15-month-old yellow lab Metzi ...

Experts share what assistance dogs do, the types of disabilities they support, and the role of reputable organizations in finding the right animal.

Guide dog pups spend their first 14 months living with a raiser, who cares for them in their home and teaches basic cues - but there's a shortage after sign-ups dropped during the pandemic ...

Ready to turn daily chaos into calm, confident companionship? With a few minutes a day, you can teach simple tricks that ...

SARASOTA, Fla. — Staff at HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital welcomed a black Labrador retriever from Southeastern Guide Dogs as its new puppy in training, a news release from the hospital explains ...