Leader Dogs for the Blind

Michigan · International/North America; U.S. clients nationwide

IGDF AccreditedOpen / Available

ServesInternational/North America; U.S. clients nationwide

Dog providedYes

Owner trainingNo

CostAll client programs provided at no cost, including instruction, travel, housing, meals and equipment

Wait timeApplication review typically 30–60 days once complete; class/match timing varies

ApplicationsOpen / Available

AccreditationIGDF Accredited

Who qualifiesBlind/low-vision clients age 16+; U.S./Canada/Mexico participation supported

Travel requiredCampus training in Rochester Hills, MI or in-home/flex option

Training modelProvider-trained guide dog; 3-week campus, minimum 10-day in-home, or flexible hybrid instruction

About the Program

Guide-dog-only provider rather than general service-dog program.

Mobility AssistanceGuide Dogs

Guide dogs; orientation & mobility programs

Blind/low-vision clients age 16+; U.S./Canada/Mexico participation supported

Geographic eligibility: International/North America; U.S. clients nationwide

Provider supplies dog: Yes

Yes

Owner-training supported: No

All client programs provided at no cost, including instruction, travel, housing, meals and equipment

Directory cost category: Not published

Wait time: Application review typically 30–60 days once complete; class/match timing varies

Applications: Open / Available

Open / online application

Training model: Provider-trained guide dog; 3-week campus, minimum 10-day in-home, or flexible hybrid instruction

Travel/on-site requirement: Campus training in Rochester Hills, MI or in-home/flex option

Customized follow-up throughout partnership