Fidelco Guide Dogs

Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation is a specialized non-profit organization that breeds, trains, and places elite German Shepherd guide dogs with individuals who are blind. Founded in 1960, the foundation is recognized for pioneering the 'In-Community' training model, which allows clients to train with their guide dogs in the actual environments where they live and work. The organization maintains a rigorous breeding program using Bavarian stock to ensure the highest standards of temperament and health for its service animals. Fidelco provides its life-changing guide dogs and lifelong follow-up services at no cost to its partners, relying on philanthropic support to fund its operations. Its mission focuses on increasing independence and mobility for the visually impaired community through high-quality biological assistive technology.