Confidence and Independence

Esther and “Zion” move as a confident team through Esther’s active life – from her career and advocacy work to outdoor adventures. “He only has eyes for me and that makes me feel very loved.”

How You Help Fidelco

You help Fidelco to place expertly bred and trained German Shepherd guide dogs with people who are blind, providing all clients with increased independence to improve their lives and the world around them.

Together, Unstoppable

Meet the people, pups, and guide dog partners leading the way and helping Fidelco to make a difference.

Volunteer Story: Karina Diaz

Seventeen-year-old Karina Diaz is raising “Gemini,” her second Fidelco dog. “Scout,” the first dog Karina raised for Fidelco, is now progressing well through training and on his way to changing the life of a person who is blind.

A Day in the Life of Fidelco Clients

Yehia D. and “Vader” Vader joins Yehia on three-mile walks around the lake in his community and downtown for shopping…

Fidelco VP, Director of Guide Dog Training Operations appointed committee member of the International Guide Dog Federation.

Congratulations to Tamer (Tommy) Mourad, Vice President, Director of Guide Dog Training Operations, on his recent appointment as a committee…

Tribute: Steve Famiglietti

Fidelco client Steve Famiglietti passed away last November after living a meaningful and active life as an educator/advocate and adventurer….

A Bond of Trust: Quinn Howard

One year after receiving his guide dog, “Yuri,” Quinn Howard’s life has changed in many ways. “Having Yuri has been…

Spring 2023: A Letter from the CEO

Fidelco’s story, with dogs from all stages of life, was on display in mid-April as Suburban Subaru in Manchester, CT, honored us with their “Share the Love” contribution. There were little puppies falling asleep, a beautiful young dog nurtured by his puppy raiser family and now ready for guide dog
training, and a fully trained guide dog doing his best to ignore the antics of the younger dogs.

Join Our Pack & Help Us Fund a Litter

As a Shepherd Club member, you receive:

  • Exclusive access to live footage of puppies in Fidelco’s Pup House via the “Puppy Cam.”
  • Quarterly updates detailing how your donations are making a difference.
  • Recognition in FidelcoNews, our widely distributed newsletter.

Your monthly support provides year-round impact to clients and guide dogs:

  • Ensuring puppies receive loving care, socialization, and early training.
  • Helping dogs learn advanced guide dog skills through expert formal training.
  • Giving years of life-changing guide dog partnerships to people who are blind.
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The Latest From Fidelco

Teamwork: Marién and “Keela”

Marién runs a vibrant kitchenware shop — and whether working, walking in her neighborhood, or traveling — Marien says Keela brings “a sense of security, stability, and reassurance.”

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