Leader Dogs for the Blind

Leader Dogs for the Blind Our mission is empowering people who are blind or visually impaired with lifelong skills for safe and independent daily travel.
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Welcome to the Leader Dogs for the Blind page! This is a community space where we come together to share our passion for the Leader Dog mission. We're excited to have you as part of our community. Our Purpose
This page serves as a platform to:
Share stories, experiences, and updates from the Leader Dog community
Provide educational content about the blind and low vision community
Foster c

onnections among supporters, volunteers, clients, and friends
Raise awareness about our mission to empower people who are blind or visually impaired

Community Standards
We encourage active participation through comments, shares, and suggestions that are:
On-topic: Related to Leader Dogs for the Blind, guide dogs, vision services, or our community
Respectful: Considerate of all community members and their experiences
Constructive: Contributing positively to discussions and conversations
Family-friendly: Appropriate for all ages and backgrounds

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To maintain a safe and welcoming environment, the following are not permitted:
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Content that violates Facebook's Terms of Service and Community Standards: https://www.facebook.com/terms
Misinformation or false claims

Moderation Policy
All comments and posts are subject to review by our page administrators
Content that violates these guidelines will be removed without warning
Users who repeatedly post inappropriate content may be blocked from the page
We reserve the right to remove content at our discretion to maintain community standards

Have you ever wondered how you could repay your dog for all they do for you?Whether you’re working with a guide dog, rai...
08/28/2026

Have you ever wondered how you could repay your dog for all they do for you?

Whether you’re working with a guide dog, raising a Future Leader Dog, or have a loving a pet at home, our dogs give us so much every single day. From constant companionship to unwavering support, they show up for us in ways big and small.

Join Outreach Specialist Alyssa Otis on September 3 for an engaging webinar focused on helping you better understand and support your dog. You’ll learn practical ways to enrich your dog’s daily life through interactive play techniques, T-Touch (dog massage) practices, and a deeper understanding of their overall needs and well-being.

Because they give us their best, let’s learn how to give them ours.

Join us September 3 at 3 p.m. Eastern Time! Register for this free webinar through the link: https://www.leaderdog.org/virtual-learning/giving-back-to-your-dog/

Photo description: A person gently shaking hands with a golden retriever, wearing a leather Leader Dog harness, in front of a large tree trunk.

What does it take to balance college, competitive sports and life with a guide dog?On this episode of Taking the Lead, w...
08/27/2026

What does it take to balance college, competitive sports and life with a guide dog?

On this episode of Taking the Lead, we sit down with Manny Puma, a psychology student, goalball athlete and Leader Dog client, to hear about his journey toward greater independence and his passion for helping others succeed.

From transitioning to guide dog travel to mentoring young athletes who are blind or visually impaired, Manny shares how community, perseverance and sport have shaped his path.

Whether you're interested in guide dogs, adaptive athletics or stories of people making a difference, you'll enjoy this inspiring conversation about living life with confidence and purpose.

Listen now: https://takingthelead.transistor.fm/episodes/i-can-do-this

Photo description: The image shows a person sitting on a bench next to a Labrador retriever wearing a "Leader Dogs for the Blind" harness. The background is plain white.

Meet Future Leader Dog Hunter, a Labrador/golden retriever cross. Here are some fun facts about him:Personality: Attenti...
08/21/2026

Meet Future Leader Dog Hunter, a Labrador/golden retriever cross. Here are some fun facts about him:

Personality: Attentive, Comical, Snuggly
Favorite Toy: He likes them all!
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Growing Up In: Michigan

Hunter is one of three symbolic sponsor puppies. These puppies will train with a volunteer puppy raiser until they are ready to come back to Leader Dog. When you sponsor a puppy, your generous action is what makes it possible to pair an incredible dog like him with a person who is blind at no cost to them.

Symbolically sponsor Hunter at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/hunter/info/fb

Photo description: A golden retriever puppy wearing a "Future Leader Dog" bandana is playfully jumping off a small slide in an outdoor area. The background features a fenced area and a few trees.

This past month we welcomed 2 Lions Clubs into the Leader Dogs for the Blind Top Dog Club!- The Tullahoma Lions Club - E...
08/20/2026

This past month we welcomed 2 Lions Clubs into the Leader Dogs for the Blind Top Dog Club!

- The Tullahoma Lions Club
- Exira Lions

These clubs have given $5,000 or more in one fiscal year to Leader Dog, making an impact in our clients lives and helping them to be unstoppable.

To learn more about becoming a Top Dog Lions Club visit our website: https://www.leaderdog.org/lions-club/

PD: A group of four people standing together outside a building. Some are holding white canes. The background features a bench and trees. The image includes logos for the Lions Club International and Leader Dogs for the Blind. Text at the top reads: "Welcome to the Top Dog Club! Tullahoma Lions Club, Exira Lions Club."

Consider raising a Leader Dog puppy! These adorable Future Leader Dogs are ready for loving homes to help them prepare f...
08/19/2026

Consider raising a Leader Dog puppy! These adorable Future Leader Dogs are ready for loving homes to help them prepare for their journey as a guide dog. They have already started learning some basic cues and leash skills - making your job easier!

Our volunteers have given them a great foundation through positive reinforcement and enrichment activities. You'll be making a real difference in someone's life while enjoying the joy of raising a future service dog.

Find out how to become a puppy raiser at https://www.leaderdog.org/volunteer/raise-a-puppy/

Photo description 1: A black Labrador retriever is lying on a blue elevated dog bed, looking directly at the camera, with a green and yellow chew toy in front. Other puppies and chew toys are pilled around him in the background.

Photo description 2: A yellow Labrador retriever is laying on the ground with many colorful toys around it looking at the camera. The puppy is outdoors on a sunny day.

We're proud to celebrate our Top Dog Clubs — an elite group of Lions Clubs whose extraordinary generosity is changing li...
08/18/2026

We're proud to celebrate our Top Dog Clubs — an elite group of Lions Clubs whose extraordinary generosity is changing lives.

This past fiscal year, each Top Dog Club below contributed $5,000 or more to Leader Dogs for the Blind, earning a distinction reserved for less than 1% of the 3,500 Lions Clubs that support our mission each year.

Together, these remarkable clubs contributed $608,393, helping support our guide dog program, orientation and mobility training, and Teen Summer Camp — all at no cost to the people we serve.

Thank you to every Top Dog Club for your unwavering commitment to helping people who are blind or low vision live with greater independence, confidence, and opportunity. Your partnership makes an incredible difference!

Contact [email protected] to learn how your club can become a Top Dog Club.

Meet Future Leader Dog Lumi! At Leader Dogs for the Blind, every successful Leader Dog team begins with a puppy like Lum...
08/18/2026

Meet Future Leader Dog Lumi!

At Leader Dogs for the Blind, every successful Leader Dog team begins with a puppy like Lumi. Today, she's a playful golden retriever being raised on Michigan State University's campus. Tomorrow, she could help someone who is blind or visually impaired travel safely and independently.

When you join Paws 365 with a monthly gift of $10 or more, you're helping make life-changing partnerships possible. Your support helps provide the programs and services that Leader Dog offers at no cost to clients. At the same time, you'll receive exclusive updates on the first year of Lumi's journey and see firsthand how your generosity makes a difference.

Because behind every successful Leader Dog team is a community of caring supporters who believed in the journey from the very beginning.

Join Paws 365 today and follow Lumi's progress every step of the way: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/vmst/info/fb

Photo description: A fluffy golden retriever puppy with a "Future Leader Dog" bandana stands on a pathway of engraved bricks. The puppy is on a leash and near a statue of a dog outside the canine development center at Leader Dogs for the Blind.

What does it take to build a workplace where people stay for decades—and sometimes even earn the honor of having a puppy...
08/13/2026

What does it take to build a workplace where people stay for decades—and sometimes even earn the honor of having a puppy named after them?

On this episode of Taking the Lead, Director of Human Resources Erica Bearden shares what makes Leader Dog's culture so unique, from finding people who are passionate about our mission to supporting team members as they grow their careers.

Whether you've ever considered working at Leader Dog or are simply curious about the people behind our programs, you'll enjoy this behind-the-scenes conversation about the team that helps make our mission possible every day.

Listen now: https://takingthelead.transistor.fm/episodes/foot-in-the-door

Photo description: Person sitting outdoors beside colorful flowers and greenery, with a yellow Labrador retriever seated in front. The dog wears a guide-dog harness with the visible text “LEADERDOG.ORG,” and a brick building and garden landscaping appear in the background.

08/12/2026

Make a difference in someone's life - become a volunteer puppy raiser!

Leader Dogs for the Blind has adorable black and yellow Labrador retriever puppies ready for dedicated volunteers. As a puppy raiser, you'll help prepare a Future Leader Dog for formal training while enjoying the rewarding experience of raising a guide dog puppy.

Ready to give back to your community? Visit https://www.leaderdog.org/volunteer/raise-a-puppy/

Video description: A young, black Labrador retriever is inside an indoor enclosed space. The video starts with the puppy sitting near a wall looking up at the camera. The puppy then gets up and walks toward the camera sniffing at the lens as the camera moves back. The puppy bounces and barks a few times while wagging its tail.

Address

1039 S Rochester Road
Rochester Hills, MI
48307

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+12486519011

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