Guiding Paws of Delaware
The New Castle County Puppy Raising Club for The Seeing Eye!
Guiding Paws of Delaware is one of over 30 clubs committed to raising puppies that will become life-changing Seeing Eye® dogs for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The Seeing Eye’s clubs span New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware, united by a shared mission:
To enhance the independence, dignity, and self-confidence of blind people through the use of Seeing Eye® dogs.
Our Latest Pupdates
- Briegs Gets a Vest
- Welcome Kerry to Guiding Paws
- Guiding Paws Goes to the Gym
We would like to thank the Western Family YMCA for opening their doors to our puppies. A while back, The Seeing Eye surveyed its graduates to identify areas where additional puppy exposures would be helpful. One of the top requests was increased experience in gym environments.
Gyms can be loud, busy, and sometimes intimidating spaces, making them an important part of a young dog’s socialization. With that in mind, Guiding Paws partnered with our local YMCA to offer a weeklong open invitation for our puppies to visit the fitness center, pool, and other areas of the facility.
This opportunity was incredibly valuable for our dogs’ development, and we extend a big thank‑you to the Delaware YMCA for their support and hospitality.
Puppy Raising Journey
Be the First Step in a Life-Changing Journey
We proudly support The Seeing Eye’s mission by opening our homes and hearts to raise puppies. As puppy raisers, we provide a foundation of love, guidance, and socialization that prepares these remarkable dogs for their vital work.
Anyone can join this inspiring journey—whether you’re a family with a nine-year-old eager to help or an experienced individual raising their 30th puppy. Each puppy’s journey is unique, but one thing remains constant: the profound sense of purpose and fulfillment that comes from being part of something so extraordinary.
Are you ready to change a life—starting with your own? Click here to read our FAQ and find out more about volunteering.
Dedication
Raising a puppy for The Seeing Eye requires a high level of dedication as puppy raisers invest their time, energy, and patience into training and socializing the puppy to prepare them for their future role.
Empowering
Through puppy raising, individuals have the opportunity to contribute to the empowerment of people with visual disabilities, enabling them to navigate the world with confidence and a sense of autonomy.
Impactful
Puppy raising for The Seeing Eye has a profound impact on both the puppy raiser and the recipient of the guide dog, fostering meaningful connections and changing lives for the better through the partnership between humans and their canine companions.
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