Guide Dogs of America - Tender Loving Canines

Guide Dogs of America - Tender Loving Canines 501 (c)(3) Nonprofit providing service dogs at no cost to people across the U.S. and Canada. I served four years on Active Duty with the U.S.

Our Partnerships Include:
Visually Impaired/ Blind | Veterans with PTSD | Children with Autism | Facility Dogs President’s Statement

Like most successful organizations, Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines depends on the talents, goals, and generosity of many dedicated people. In our case, this group includes our board of directors, staff, puppy raisers, volunteers, donors, and the excep

tional men and women that we serve. While many of us know the pleasure of our family pets, we cannot appreciate the complexity of the relationship that develops between one of our clients and their service dog. I take great pride in bringing our team together for our shared mission: transforming lives through partnerships with service dogs. There are countless veterans, people who are blind/visually impaired, families affected by autism, and facilities in need that depend on our services every day. All of us at GDA | TLC greatly enjoy our work, and we’re grateful for our donors and volunteers’ generous support that changes the lives of so many. Before I was GDA |TLC’ s president, I was a proud supporter and volunteer for nearly 25 years. Marine Corps as a Crew Chief and Flight Engineer, followed by a distinguished career in Army aviation, earning Dual Branch qualifications in ground warfare and military strategy. Alongside my military service, I worked in helicopter maintenance test flights and as an International Aerospace Coordinator, negotiating defense contracts and advancing modern military programs. Throughout my 30-year career, I’ve remained deeply committed to supporting GDA | TLC, organizing and participating in fundraisers nationwide to champion this cause close to my heart. Sincerely,

Tony Blevins
President & Director
Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines

Happy Labor Day from some of the hardest-working four-legged employees! 🐾👔 GDA | TLC has deep roots in the International...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from some of the hardest-working four-legged employees! 🐾👔

GDA | TLC has deep roots in the International Association of Machinists (IAM). From the very beginning, members helped lay the foundation for our organization and have continued to stand behind our mission for over seven decades. Making sure that no one gets discriminated against and that everyone has a chance to get a new 'leash' on life through expertly trained guide and service dogs.

Today, IAM members continue to support GDA | TLC through puppy raising, fundraising, volunteering, and donations, helping us change lives one dog at a time!

We're incredibly grateful for all the hard work and dedication that has been part of our story from day one. 💙💜

PD: A yellow Labrador in harness, a black Labrador in purple service dog vest, and a yellow lab/golden cross in purple service dog vest lay down on grass looking at the camera. They all have neck ties on as well.

Paws up for our amazing donors! 🐾💙Today is International Day of Charity, and we're celebrating the people who make our m...
09/05/2026

Paws up for our amazing donors! 🐾💙

Today is International Day of Charity, and we're celebrating the people who make our mission possible.

Every donation helps provide the care, training, and support needed to create life-changing partnerships between people and dogs.

To everyone who has given to GDA | TLC, thank you for believing in what we do and helping us change lives, one dog at a time.

Want to be part of the mission? Donate today: guidedogsofamerica.org/donate

PD: A woman in a floral dress sits beside a yellow Labrador on a bench surrounded by greenery. Both are smiling and have their hands up toward the camera, with the dog holding both front paws up.

09/04/2026

Kaylee has a new best friend, and his name is General. 🐾

Whether he's snuggling beside her, providing a constant presence to help her feel safe, or helping her feel more comfortable at bedtime, General is already making a difference in her everyday life!

And Kaylee can't wait to introduce him to everyone she meets, saying, “This is my General. Do you want to play?” 💜

Learn more or donate at guidedogsofamerica.org

VD: Woman sitting next to her childs' black labrador service dog in front of a blue to purple gradient background, getting interviewed. There are intercut short clips and videos of the little girl petting, hugging, and interacting with her service dog General. The short video ends with an on screen graphic on white background with GDAs logo. Text says "To learn more or donate please visit our website at guide dogs of america dot org"

Nearly 10 years, countless projects, and one great smile! Mac has been part of our Maintenance volunteer team since 2017...
09/02/2026

Nearly 10 years, countless projects, and one great smile!

Mac has been part of our Maintenance volunteer team since 2017, and we're so grateful for all the time, hard work, and positivity he brings to GDA | TLC.

If you spot him cruising around campus on the Gator, give him a wave and say hello! 👋

Want to be a volunteer with us? guidedogsofamerica.org/volunteer

PD: A man sits in the driver’s seat of a green utility vehicle, smiling at the camera. The vehicle is driving outdoors, on cmapus, on a sunny day with landscaped gardens in the background.

09/02/2026

It’s kind of a big dill. 🥒

This little pup has found their emotional support pickle, and honestly, we support the attachment. 🐾

Want to bring this little pup and their pickle home with you? guidedogsofamerica.org/puppyraising

VD: A little yellow lab pup drags around a stuffed pickle, it is bigger than them.

A new career, a new purpose, and so many lives to touch. 🐾💙We celebrated 34 therapy dog teams at Graduation last weekend...
08/30/2026

A new career, a new purpose, and so many lives to touch. 🐾💙

We celebrated 34 therapy dog teams at Graduation last weekend, all made up of career change dogs from our program and their amazing handlers.

These dogs may have taken a different path, but they're continuing to change lives in a whole new way across multiple states.

Learn more about our Therapy dog program: guidedogsofamerica.org/therapy

PD: A group of therapy dog teams stand on a lawn outside the VEC on campus. 12 people pose with 7 dogs, including black and yellow Labradors, as well as a golden retriever, wearing GDA | TLC Therapy Dog vests.

The world is waiting. Where will you go? 💙🐾With the right guide dog partnership, you can build the skills and confidence...
08/29/2026

The world is waiting. Where will you go? 💙🐾

With the right guide dog partnership, you can build the skills and confidence to navigate new places, explore familiar ones, and keep moving toward the life you want.

Could a GDA | TLC guide dog be your next teammate?

Learn more and apply: guidedogsofamerica.org/admissions

PD: A woman walks with a guide dog in front of the Channel Islands National Park sign, surrounded by colorful landscaping on a sunny day.

Celebrate 45 years of impact at the William W. Winpisinger Charity Banquet!Join us Saturday evening, November 14th at Pa...
08/28/2026

Celebrate 45 years of impact at the William W. Winpisinger Charity Banquet!

Join us Saturday evening, November 14th at Paris Hotel in Las Vegas.

Every guide and service dog partnership is made possible by countless heroes like puppy raisers, trainers, volunteers, donors, IAM partners, and supporters like you!

This event celebrates every one of them 🐾

Register today: guidedogsofamerica.org/banquet2026

PD: Yellow Labrador in a yellow cape laying on grass outside with big smile on his face

That look says, "I'm listening." 💜Service dogs are trained to stay attentive to their handlers and recognize cues, even ...
08/28/2026

That look says, "I'm listening." 💜

Service dogs are trained to stay attentive to their handlers and recognize cues, even when there are distractions all around them. That focus helps them know when their handler needs them and when it's time to respond.

That quiet focus is a big part of what makes the partnership work.

Apply for your service dog now! guidedogsofamerica.org/service-dog-information

PD: Golden colored service dog wearing a purple GDA | TLC service dog vest, lying on the floor and looking attentively upward.

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Happy National Dog Day! 🐾💙At GDA | TLC, our dogs have all kinds of jobs, from guide and service dogs to facility and the...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾💙

At GDA | TLC, our dogs have all kinds of jobs, from guide and service dogs to facility and therapy dogs. No matter their role, they're making a difference every day!

Learn more about our programs: guidedogsofamerica.org/service-dog-information

PD: Carousel of 7 slides. 1 is blue background with paw prints and text says "IT's National Dog Day! Which GDA TLC dog are you? swipe to see. 2 is a photo of a working yellow lab guide dog, text says "The Go-Getter! Guide Dog". 3 is a photo of a yellow lab service dog in purple vest getting their leash for their handler, text says "The Helper! Service Dog. 4 is a yellow lab facility dog in purple vest performing a 'lap' cue on an individual in wheelchair, text say "The Comforter! Facility dog". 5 is a yellow lab therapy dog in teal vest with handler visiting a child in wheelchair, text says "The Social Butterfly! Therapy Dog". 6 is a yellow lab puppy in yellow training vest, text says "The Student! Puppy in Training. 7 is a blue background with paw prints, text says "Different jobs. One mission. So many lives changed.

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Sylmar, CA
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