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A Bond of Trust: Quinn Howard

May 9, 2023 Comments Off on A Bond of Trust: Quinn Howard
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

One year after receiving his guide dog, “Yuri,” Quinn Howard’s life has changed in many ways. “Having Yuri has been my life. I’m a social person. Being part of my community is important. When Yuri and I are out together, people include me in the conversation,” Quinn says. Quinn became…

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Spring 2023: A Letter from the CEO

May 9, 2023 Comments Off on Spring 2023: A Letter from the CEO
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

Fidelco’s story, with dogs from all stages of life, was on display in mid-April as Suburban Subaru in Manchester, CT, honored us with their “Share the Love” contribution. There were little puppies falling asleep, a beautiful young dog nurtured by his puppy raiser family and now ready for guide dog
training, and a fully trained guide dog doing his best to ignore the antics of the younger dogs.

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March 28th – Blinded Veterans Day

Mar 28, 2023 Comments Off on March 28th – Blinded Veterans Day
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

Blinded Veterans Day was established by Congress in 2010 to honor the efforts of the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) to promote the establishment and improvement of rehabilitation services and benefits for America’s blinded veterans. Please join all of us at Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation as we recognize and support the BVA’s…

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ACVO Eye Exams

Mar 1, 2023 Comments Off on ACVO Eye Exams
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

Spring is almost here and so is the time to schedule a free eye exam administered by a veterinary ophthalmologist!  The ACVO/Epicur National Service Animal Eye Exam is a philanthropic event that provides free, ocular screening eye exams to qualified Service & Working Animals each May. These exams are provided…

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Pupdate: Denise!

Oct 20, 2022 Comments Off on Pupdate: Denise!
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

Fidelco puppy “Denise”—named in honor of beloved WFSB anchor Denise D’Ascenzo who passed away in 2019—is now Fidelco guide dog Denise! Denise was placed with client Alan Gunzburg, a Fairfield County, CT resident, in April 2022. She joins Alan’s family which includes his wife, Jennifer, two daughters, and recently retired…

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Donor Spotlight: Stephanie Economu and Kathy Clark

Oct 20, 2022 Comments Off on Donor Spotlight: Stephanie Economu and Kathy Clark
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

“It’s a long-term relationship,” says Fidelco supporter Stephanie Economu who, along with her partner, Kathy Clark, is one of Fidelco’s most dedicated supporters and ambassadors. Stephanie’s love for German Shepherd Dogs began in childhood and has evolved into more than 20 years of unwavering support of Fidelco’s mission. Stephanie and…

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Volunteer Puppy Raisers: The Furey Family

Oct 20, 2022 Comments Off on Volunteer Puppy Raisers: The Furey Family
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

Fidelco’s incredible community of Volunteer Puppy Raisers provide a loving environment, early training, and socialization to our pups. When puppies return to Fidelco’s campus for formal guide training at about 16 months old, they have a strong foundation of skills and socialization.

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Client Profile: Lillian Johnson

Oct 19, 2022 Comments Off on Client Profile: Lillian Johnson
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

Massachusetts native Lillian Johnson has been a valued member of the Fidelco Family for over 30 years: as a client since 1988 and member of Fidelco’s Board of Directors beginning in 2008. She has had five Fidelco guide dogs, calling each of them one of her “daughters.” The most recent…

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Fall 2022: A Letter from the CEO

Oct 18, 2022 Comments Off on Fall 2022: A Letter from the CEO
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

Happy Autumn to all. It’s been a good summer with new puppies and many more placements of guide dogs with their life partners. The training staff started the days much earlier to avoid the worst of the heat, and the dogs spent a lot of time playing in children’s wading pools (which is hilarious to watch!).

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Client Stories: Snapshots

May 3, 2022 Comments Off on Client Stories: Snapshots
October 15 @ 1:54 pm

Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation celebrates the diversity of our clients from across North America. Despite varied life experiences, careers, and interests, all lead active and fulfilling lives with their guide dog partners. Meet Esther, Paul, and Laura. Esther Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, Esther Berman, who is totally blind, emigrated to…

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