Dog Guides | Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind

Individuals who are legally blind or visually impaired with a need for a guide dog

Medical report completed by a primary health care physician Ophthalmologist's report Orientation and mobility professional's report Mental Health Report

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CDT

Spanish, English

(1) Visit www.GuideDog.org for more information on the program (2) Click on the "Apply Now" button from the "Get a Guide Dog" page to begin your application process online (3) The application can also be printed and faxed to the number provided (4) Call 631-930-9070 to have a team member walk you through the online application (5) Braille applications are available upon request (6) Once the application is submitted, a field service representative will follow up with each applicant within 5 days to conduct a phone or in-person interview (7) Submit or bring required documents (8) Attend in-person classes with dog, which will require 9-18 months of training before the 2-week in-person classes with client

No Fees