Apply for Guide Dog Training

Application Introduction

Thank you for your interest in becoming a client of Leader Dogs for the Blind.

Question Title

* 1. To be accepted for training at Leader Dog, you must meet all requirements listed below. Please read and check the requirements to ensure you are eligible before you proceed.

To qualify for Guide Dog Training, you must be:

Legally blind

At least 16 years old

Able to care for and physically handle a large breed dog

Able to utilize self-care skills (for on-campus training, this includes the ability to administer own medications)

Efficient with orientation and mobility skills

Able to walk for 30 minutes at a time, multiple times per day, without experiencing any health complications

Seizure/fainting free for at least six months

Not dependent on a walker or a wheelchair

Using established independent routes that are traveled frequently

If you require any further clarification of these requirements please contact client services at 888.777.5332 or clientservices@leaderdog.org.

Please be aware that you will need a considerable amount of time available to complete it. Some of the information you can gather ahead of time will be:

1. Your emergency contact name and phone number.

2. If applicable, the name of the Lions club involved in your enrollment.

3. Information regarding any orientation and mobility training you have received, including the date, organization name, instructor, address, email and phone number.

4. The Leader Dog application requires six personal references. Please be sure to include each reference's name, complete address, email and phone number. We prefer that your references are not immediate family members.

Please be sure to complete all required fields. All required fields are preceded by an asterisk. Should you reach an error page, please use the back button on your browser to return to your application. Once you successfully submit your application, you will be directed to a confirmation page. Here you can download the Consent to Release Information form. This form must be printed, signed and returned to Leader Dog so we may begin processing your application. You may also download a Medical History and Physical Examination form and an Eye Care Professional form. These forms must be completed by the appropriate doctor and returned to Leader Dog prior to consideration of your application by the Admissions Committee.

Question Title

* 1. To be accepted for training at Leader Dog, you must meet all requirements listed below. Please read and check the requirements to ensure you are eligible before you proceed.To qualify for Guide Dog Training, you must be:

* 1. To be accepted for training at Leader Dog, you must meet all requirements listed below. Please read and check the requirements to ensure you are eligible before you proceed.

To qualify for Guide Dog Training, you must be: