FidelcoNews
The Robinson Foundation
“We are so glad to be able to be a part of helping people live more independently. Fidelco is changing lives, and we’re very proud to support the mission,” says…
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Profound Appreciation for our Volunteers
Earlier this month I was in the Pup House with Fidelco staff and volunteers, watching ten 7-week-old puppies running riot over the socialization room. It’s filled with toys and distractions,…
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Fidelco Favorites: Dog Treats
Let’s get baking! Here are some of Fidelco’s favorite dog treats you can make at home for your pups. Love Me More Dog Treats Dough 2 cups of whole wheat…
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Day of Giving – Wednesday, April 27th
Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation announces first “Day of Giving” to take place on International Guide Dog Day – Wednesday, April 27 BLOOMFIELD, Conn. (April 26, 2022) — Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation…
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Teamwork: Marién Hornyak and “Keela”
Marién Hornyak warmly greets customers at her business, The Kitchenette. The Kitchenette is a vibrant shop located among the galleries, restaurants, and stores of downtown Frederick, Maryland. The cheerful storefront…
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Dedicated to Service and Community
Volunteer Puppy Raisers generously give their time, patience, and care to provide young pups with the socialization and essential skills that prepare them for the next phase of their guide dog journey. Puppy Raiser families open their homes and hearts to raise a puppy that will one day be a trusted guide dog partner for a person who is blind.
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Better Support through Veteran Outreach
Since its establishment as a guide dog breeding and training organization, Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation has been placing extraordinary guide dogs with veterans. These life-changing guide dog partnerships have provided greater independence, self-confidence and mobility. Clients include those sustaining vision loss from their service and veterans experiencing vision loss from other conditions.
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AKC Museum of the Dog Collaboration
Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation and the AKC Museum of the Dog have teamed up to showcase the German Shepherd Dog and how this special breed changes the lives of people who are blind.
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Jamie, Haddie & Family
“Just because I’m blind doesn’t mean I can’t do everything I want to do.” Fidelco client Jamie Larson lives by these words every day.
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The Gift of a Great Start
Volunteer Puppy Raisers play a vital role in the development of Fidelco German Shepherds as they grow into becoming guide dogs. From eight weeks until about 14–16 months old, puppies…
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