Guide Dogs for the Blind-Mount Vernon, WA Puppy Raisers

06/12/2026

Phase Report 6/11/2026
Hartlyn - 0
Lona - 2

06/07/2026

Bluey was introduced to paw pads at our last club meeting. Paw pads are used to help keep a puppy focused around distractions by having a designated spot to park their paws. Bluey caught on super fast and is already a pro! Note: paw pads are usually done without leash but Bluey is leashed due to an open door being open to the outside.

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06/06/2026

Arletta made her way downtown today, encountered lots of dogs, visit s a couple new shops, and met some nice people. Even ran into her co-raiser at the farmers market completely at random.

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06/06/2026

As temperatures rise and we spend more time outdoors near beaches, pools, and sprinklers, here are some things to keep in mind to keep your dog happy and safe:

1. Introduce dogs to pools gradually. Never leave dogs unsupervised around water.
2. Drinking too much seawater can cause vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, and dangerous electrolyte imbalances. Always bring fresh drinking water.
3. Dogs can get water contamination if they drink too much water too fast. This can happen during games of fetch, biting sprinklers, or continuous swimming.
4. Keep dogs away from stagnant water, especially ones with algae bloom. Swimming, drinking, or even licking algae from fur can produce toxins that affect the liver and nervous system, and these toxins can become life-threatening very quickly.

Find the full details at https://www.guidedogs.com/blog/water-safety-for-dogs

Photo by Levi Rocca

06/05/2026

Happy Pride from GDB! At Guide Dogs for the Blind, we firmly believe that everyone deserves to move through the world safely and confidently—to live the life they want to live. Because when everyone is empowered to participate, our communities are stronger. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

To learn more, visit www.guidedogs.com/about-guide-dogs-for-the-blind/meet-guide-dogs-for-the-blind/diversity-equity-and-inclusion

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

Happy first birthday to sweet Verity!
The club celebrated her yesterday with a barbecue at her raiser’s home. She was pretty happy to play with all her friends!

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05/25/2026

Who did it better?

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05/22/2026

Phase Report 5/21/2026

Hartlyn - 0
Lona - 1