Leader Dogs for the Blind

Leader Dogs for the Blind Update - Issue 1, 2013 James “Lee” Frazier and Leader Dog Dexter Navigate Law School Together

Project Planning Underway Now that 2013 is here, I want to share an exciting project we started in 2012 that will be a major focus for Leader Dog for several years—a kennel redesign. Over the past year, we have been developing a plan to improve our kennel facility. This project is driven by the need to improve our dogs’ training experience, which will allow us to continue to improve the quality of the Leader Dogs we provide to our clients. Our current kennel is outdated and needs larger spaces for human-dog interaction, bigger stalls that allow our dogs more movement, veterinary and breeding areas designed to accommodate our large number of dogs, and an improved HVAC system. In May 2012 we partnered with Animal Arts, an architectural design firm specializing in animal care facility design, to develop a proposed kennel redesign plan. Next, we completed a planning study to assess our ability to conduct a capital campaign to fund the redesign. The purpose of the study was to test and evaluate overall perceptions of the proposed plan, estimate the total scope and cost of the renovation, and assess the potential financial and leadership support for the project. Leader Dog team members, volunteers, Lions, clients, donors, board members and the external community participated in the study. The study results show that there is an above average level of support for the project! Respondents had a very positive view of Leader Dog and 89% were willing to consider a gift to a kennel redesign campaign. The majority of participants felt Leader Dog should conduct a campaign to raise money to renovate the kennel and 25% were willing to accept a leadership role. Based on the collective responses from the study, we believe a preliminary fundraising goal for this project is challenging yet very attainable —which is great news for our dogs and our clients! Based on the findings of the study, our next step is to determine a realistic project scope and to decide how best to move this effort forward in 2013. We are very excited and will keep you updated on the progress of the campaign as decisions are made… so stay tuned. Thank you again for your continued support of Leader Dogs for the Blind. I wish each of you a safe, healthy and Happy New Year!

Sincerely, Susan M. Daniels President & CEO A Different Outcome When Nicole Liebl graduated from high school in 1986, she didn’t even consider going to college. She had used a magnifier to read in school but as her vision deteriorated due to Juvenile Macular Degeneration, she was limited because she didn’t read Braille and screen reader technology wasn’t readily available. Instead, Nicole entered a trade program specially designed for people who are blind and ran a vending route for the next 21 years. When the economy declined in 2008, Nicole’s route slowed down dramatically and she had to close her business. She applied to Leader Dog and arrived for training soon after. During training, Nicole became friends with another client who urged her to go to school. “He said to me, ‘Nicole, you’re a smart girl, you should go to school.’ Prior to that, I had not thought about going to college.” After finishing training with Leader Dog Louise, Nicole packed her bags and headed to Indiana, about 600 miles from her home in Minnesota, to complete a course in using screen readers, speech software for computers and Braille. After finishing her technology training, Nicole enrolled in the University of Indianapolis. “Louise has definitely played a part in my going to college because I wanted to be way more independent and I wanted to give her the active life she deserves,” Nicole says, “Before getting Louise I didn’t go out after dark a lot, now we’re out in the dark all the time. She takes me to my classes and has flown home with me on holidays—I wouldn’t have done any of that on my own.” “I will be applying to the social work program in the fall and I’m really interested in working with veterans, maybe with those who have been blinded. My vision loss was gradual and I know their situations will be different, but I hope I can help them to be strong, to know that they can do it,” says Nicole. Nicole has also started her own nonprofit organization, Alms for Animals, helping people on fixed incomes get the medical care their pets need. “I was devastated after I lost my job. Now I sit and think about how I have Louise and I’m going into social work and I have a different outcome than I ever imagined. I was down the summer after losing my job and didn’t think I had a purpose in life; now I have school and my nonprofit, which I wouldn’t have if it wasn’t for Leader Dog.”

Photo: Nicole sits and smiles while Leader Dog Louise licks her cheek captioned “I love this picture of me and Louise. It’s the first time she ever kissed me. She’s my little sidekick.”

Letters from our Alumni From our Facebook page When my precious Leader Dog, Jersey, passed away in May my heart was broken and I thought my life would go back to the way it had been before Jersey—using my cane and relying on my husband. However, thanks to Leader Dog’s home delivery program, another wonderful Leader Dog, Grace, entered into my life in mid-October. Thanks to Grace’s puppy raisers for a great dog and to Leader Dog who brought her to me and trained us to work together. I am independent and Grace is helping me heal my broken heart. Grace has become my confidante and we have our conversations—which I am sure she understands. Elizabeth Clark

Dear Leader Dog, [Someone from Leader Dog] tried to contact me by phone, but apparently I haven't spent much time at home since [Leader Dog] Ziggy moved in with me. The great and wonderful Mr. Ziggy will not let me sit around too much. My confidence is so much better, my comfort level has never been this good and my mobility is getting stronger every day. The dread I felt when I left my home before I received Ziggy has all but disappeared and in its place is the excitement of discovery. My life is so much better. Your friend, Bruce Boyd Dear Leader Dog, Leader Dog Lily and I had a good 2012. We celebrated our seventh anniversary on November 4; Lily will turn 9 this coming April. As always she is an incredible guide. She identifies when the escalators are out of commission on our way to work in the morning and automatically guides us to the stairs. [Last year] I fell during a walk and hit my head. Lily guided me to a friend’s house, where I was iced, bandaged and ultimately delivered home safely. My friend said, “I think Lily knew you were in trouble and brought you to my house where you would get help.” This made the hair on the back of my neck stand up because I believe it is true. Lily is a remarkable dog and very attuned to what is going on with my health. People comment frequently on the way she watches me and is ready at a moment’s notice to do what is necessary to keep us both safe. Needless to say she is the love of my life. I thank the staff and volunteers at Leader Dog every day for giving me the opportunity to have such a special girl as Lily. Barbara Oeschger

Dear Leader Dog, I recently celebrated my first anniversary with Leader Dog Kira. Kira is my third Leader Dog. I am the President of the Holt Lions Club and enjoy doing as much as I can with the Lions. If it wasn't for the Lions, I may have never thought about getting a wonderful dog to guide me. Kira is doing a very good job. She is very patient and has improved quite a lot in the year we have been together. When we are at our Lions Club meetings you wouldn't even know she is under the table. Lots of times I am asked, “Where is Kira?” because she is so quiet. I lost my sight to Retinitis Pigmentosa in the early 1970s and I have learned that life goes on even if you can't see. [Since then] I really haven’t let any grass grow under my feet. Have a Happy New Year, Lion Jo Ann Sheehan

2012 - The Year in Review Improved the continuity of care for our dogs by changing our dog care team scheduling from location-based to dog-based so the dogs are cared for by the same people throughout the entire training process. We also enhanced our canine support program to allow our volunteers to have increased interaction with our dogs when they are being introduced to the kennel and throughout their formal training.

Established In-For-Training standards for all puppies in our puppy raising program. The standards help our puppy raisers raise their puppies to achieve behaviors expected when they return to Leader Dog for training. The data collected will also help us correlate the puppy’s behavior upon return with graduation success.

Implemented a Voice of the Client program to track client satisfaction and provide feedback for continuous quality improvement. Also improved the follow-up services we provide to clients in their home environment by utilizing qualified guide dog mobility instructors who are contractors, allowing us to improve our response time when a client contacts us needing assistance.

Began using a new model for scheduling Accelerated Mobility Program clients that allows us to service more clients without adding staff.

Procured a donation of dog food from Purina to support the puppies being raised in our Iowa prison program. Purina even delivers the food for free!

Our Veterinary Department • 501 dog spay/neuters • 538 entry/training exams • 44 specialized dental procedures • 966 breeding/puppy program exams • 1,491 procedures done under anesthesia • 983 hours served by volunteers (veterinarians, vet techs, assistants and records)

Increased our use of volunteers to transport clients and their Leader Dogs to/from the airport from 10% to 100%. This has provided more time for our Guide Dog Mobility Instructors, who used to be in charge of transport, to work with clients and their dogs.

Our Training and Client Services Department • Certified a new Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI) for our Deaf-Blind program • Trained 205 guide dog teams • Trained five Deaf-Blind guide dog teams • Trained 51 accelerated mobility clients • Hosted 20 teens at summer camp • Supported 435 clients in their homes with follow-up services • Completed 200 potential client in-home visits

Established standard breeding criteria for selection and inclusion of dogs in the breeding program, and welcomed 519 new puppies from our breeding stock of 80 moms and 16 dads. Navigating Law School—Together When James “Lee” Frazier came to Leader Dogs for the Blind in July 2012, he had already been busy building a substantial repertoire of achievements. Despite vision loss that left him with only partial sight in his right eye, he had just received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan, majoring in Brain, Behavior and Cognitive Science with a concentration in Evolutionary Anthropology. His next step was no less ambitious; in about a month, he would leave his home in Michigan and move halfway across the country to pursue a law degree at the University of Colorado Boulder. In the midst of his journey through higher education, Lee decided to make a trip to Leader Dog for learning of a different kind: a 26-day training program that would unite him with a partner as ready as he was to tackle the road ahead. Shortly after his arrival in Rochester Hills, Lee met his very first guide dog, a yellow Labrador named Dexter. Five months after Lee and Dexter successfully completed their training at Leader Dog and their move to Colorado, we caught up with Lee to find out what life was like with his new best friend on four paws. Leader Dog: How is working with Dexter different than traveling with a white cane? Lee: Dexter is much more responsive than a white cane This is such a wonderful thing, even though it’s so obvious and simple. Dex can move me around obstacles that a cane might miss, and he can tell me when not to move into the street. Dexter also combines the mobility support provided by a white cane with the navigational support of a GPS. Honestly, he knows some of my routes better than I do. And he's not shy about telling me that I'm trying to enter the wrong the door, or make a turn down the wrong street. Using Dex in my left hand leaves my right hand free to open doors and carry papers or coffee. A white cane is used in the right hand, and this makes pushing buttons, opening doors or waving to friends awkward or difficult Leader Dog: What has the transition been like moving to a new university with Dexter? Lee: Moving to a new campus with Dexter has been a wonderful and unique experience. Dexter is a lovable and charismatic animal who captures everyone's attention. This gives me a great opportunity to break the ice with people and explain to them about my situation, and make great new friends. Learning how to navigate in a new city or town is the hardest part about the campus experience for me or any person with a visual impairment. But having a wonderful companion to accompany you on all your travels can give someone the courage to get out and explore unique places without worrying so much about getting completely and totally lost. Dexter and I always find our way, together.

Leader Dog: How has having Dexter impacted your life? Lee: Now that I have Dexter, everyone knows about my situation. And everyone is very eager to learn about us and help out in any way that they can. I expected that Dexter would make travel easier. But I did not expect that he would be so helpful for meeting people. [Dexter] is very useful when I’m traveling around town; he is a great companion. Although he can be a little rowdy and energetic at times, he gives me an infinite amount of navigation and mobility support. I think the hardest part about adjusting to life with a Leader Dog is learning when to use the dog and when to leave him at home [like when going out for an evening with college friends to a loud and crowded establishment]. But once a new guide dog user has mastered this small skill, they will make a great deal of new friends and have a ton of rich new experiences.

New O&M Internship Academy Created Endowed by the Dryer Foundation In December 2012 Leader Dogs for the Blind was thrilled to be the beneficiary of a $1 million grant from the Edward T. and Ellen K. Dryer Foundation. This grant will be used to create and endow the Edward T. and Ellen K. Dryer Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Internship Academy at Leader Dogs for the Blind. The grant allows Leader Dog to provide up to three endowed paid professional internships per year and to hire an additional experienced O&M Specialist. Together, these positions will allow us to serve 30–35 additional clients each year with O&M training. “Creating the Dryer Internship Academy at Leader Dogs for the Blind will ensure that we can attract the best O&M professionals in the nation, and it allows us to partner with leading universities to continue extending the state of the art in education and innovation for services to people who are blind or visually impaired,” said Leader Dog President & CEO Susan Daniels. Edward Dryer was a Detroit-area banker who suddenly and unexpectedly lost almost all of his sight while on a business trip in the 1960s. After losing his job, he worked with his wife Ellen, an advertising industry professional, to become an independent investor with great success while traveling around Detroit as independently as possible. “Ed Dryer taught himself to live a self-sufficient and independent life and was always determined that his blindness wasn’t going to limit his mobility,” said Dryer Foundation President Jon B. Gandelot. “He and Ellen decided that their legacy would be to support research into the prevention and treatment of blindness and visual impairment and to support future individuals and families facing what they had gone through. The trustees of their Foundation believe that training future generations of O&M professionals at Leader Dogs for the Blind in their names is a fitting memorial to their shared vision.” The first intern and additional O&M Specialist are expected to be on campus in 2013. We would like to thank the Dryer Foundation Trustees, and of course Edward and Ellen Dryer, for their commitment to helping people who are blind or visually impaired receive the training needed to increase their ability to travel independently.

Photo: The Dryer Foundation Trustees were welcomed by many smiling faces when they visited in December. (Back Row) LDB Sr. Philanthropy Director Brad McKenna, LDB President & CEO Susan Daniels, Dryer President Jon B. Gandelot, Dryer Trustee Lisa Mower Gandelot, Dryer Trustee Judy Drobot, Dryer Trustee Joseph Drobot Jr., LDB Chief Philanthropy Officer Melissa Weisse, LDB Board Vice-Chairman John Hebert, (Front Row) Leader Dog Ozzie, LDB GDMI Carrie Pryce, LDB Manager of Tech Services Erica Ihrke, LDB Manager of Foundations Giving Kathryn Tuck, LDB GDMI Denise Atler, and Leader Dog Pippa.

Photo: LDB O&M Specialist Sarah Johnson teaches LDB Client Nikola Zekic the proper way to safely cross a residential street. The Dryer Foundation grant will allow Leader Dog to provide 30– 35 additional clients each year with O&M training. Healthy Teeth, Happy Pet By Tracy Line (Reprinted with permission from Tails Pet Magazine) Oral care is a growing trend among pet guardians and for good reason. A healthy mouth is vital to a healthy body. “Dental care is one of the simplest things you can do to help maintain a dog or cat’s long-term health,” says Dr. David Smith, a veterinarian with Leader Dogs for the Blind in Rochester Hills, Michigan. In fact, oral disease is the most commonly diagnosed illness for adult cats and dogs, affecting nearly 80 percent of those over the age of three, according to PetDental.com. A good dental regime can help you beat these odds and keep your pet’s mouth clean and healthy.

Symptoms of periodontal disease Bad breath is often the first sign of oral disease but definitely not the last. Pets may also experience bleeding, swollen gums and tooth decay. Worse yet, left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to secondary infection within the body. Many guardians tend to wait until a problem arises before having their pet’s teeth examined and waiting too long can just make things worse. Pet guardians can avoid extensive problems by having the teeth cleaned regularly. Smith recommends annual examinations for optimum health. Three steps to good oral care Dental care need not be time consuming or difficult. The American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS) recommends three steps to prevent oral disease. First, have your dog or cat’s teeth examined and (if needed) cleaned by a professional. If possible, start regular exams when your pet is young and healthy as older animals may find the experience more stressful. Next, feed your pet a healthy diet and clean his teeth regularly. Brushing can be done with a pet toothbrush, a child’s soft bristled brush or by using gauze wrapped around your finger. Most pets need time to get used to the brushing, so be patient and exercise caution. Spend a few days introducing the toothbrush by slowly sliding it into his mouth. Always praise or reward your furry friend for his cooperation. Work your way up to gently brushing the teeth, using circular strokes along the gum line. Start at the back of the mouth and work your way forward. If your dog or cat resists, try a pet-formulated toothpaste. While it isn’t necessary (the abrasive scrubbing is what cleans the teeth), the taste will make brushing more appealing. Stay away from human toothpaste; the foam is messy and can be toxic if ingested. Smith recommends brushing a minimum of three times a week for good oral hygiene. Last, take your dog or cat for annual dental checkups. Oral disease may be common, but it’s also easily preventable. Not to mention, those kisses from Fido will be a lot more appealing if his breath is fresh and clean.

Photo: LDB Veterinarian Dr. Kelly Wilson demonstrates how she uses a fingertip toothbrush to clean the teeth of her dog Tug.

Photo: A close-up of Tug’s (chocolate lab) mouth as he gets his teeth brushed captioned “Special toothbrushes can also be used and are readily available at most pet supply stores.”

Stay Connected with Us Do you enjoy learning more about Leader Dog? If so, here are a few ways you can stay connected with us on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. Join us on Facebook by searching “Leader Dogs for the Blind” (capitalization counts) Check out recent client and event photos at flickr.com/photos/leaderdog Follow us today on Twitter @Leader_Dog Sign up at leaderdog.org to receive email updates on happenings at Leader Dog IRA Charitable Rollover is Back Good News for People 70 ½ and Up

The popular tax-law provision known as the Charitable IRA Rollover that expired at the end of 2011 has been resurrected by Congress. Following suit, we resurrected part of an article we published in 2011 that answers the most common questions our donors ask about this type of donation. What is a Charitable IRA Rollover? It is a tax-law provision that allows you to make tax-free gifts of up to $100,000 from your traditional or Roth IRA to your favorite nonprofits. Why is this particularly important if I am 70 ½ years or older? When you become 70 ½ or older you must take a mandatory taxable distribution from your IRA. If you choose to send the distribution directly to an eligible charity, it will not be taxed. Are there other requirements for a qualified charitable distribution? Yes, your IRA custodian must make the distribution directly to your chosen charity. “This really is a win-win situation for both the donor and Leader Dog,” says Roberta Trzos, Leader Dog director of personal giving. “It is a great way for people to help us continue the wonderful work we do. I’ve even worked with several donors to use their gift as a sponsorship or naming opportunity such as naming a puppy.” As with all charitable donations, Roberta underscores the importance of speaking with your professional advisors to be sure a Charitable IRA Rollover is right for you. Please contact Roberta Trzos, CFRE, director of personal giving at 248-659-5014 to learn more about Charitable IRA Rollovers.

Snowflake Gala a Hit! Leave it to the members of the Eynon Archbald Lions Club (District 14-H PA) to find a way to use the cold of winter to their benefit. In January of 2012 they held the first Snowflake Gala to raise money to benefit Leader Dogs for the Blind. The success of the event, raising $5,000 and bringing 10 new members to their club, prompted them to do it again in 2013. This year’s guest list of 300 included Leader Dog Graduate Trudy Kolodzieski and Leader Dog Sirius. Trudy shared her story of moving from using a white cane to learning to work with a Leader Dog in 1990. She feels that her 23-year relationship with Leader Dogs for the Blind played a huge role in keeping her from becoming a recluse. With food stations, music, ice sculptures and great prizes, it’s no wonder the 2013 Snowflake Gala raised $7,500 for Leader Dog. The Eynon Archbald Lions are already making plans for next year’s event.

You are Invited to Join the Leader Dogs for the Blind Legacy Society Creating a provision for Leader Dogs for the Blind in your estate plans is a true partnership. This prestigious society was established to recognize donors who have included Leader Dogs for the Blind in their financial or estate plans. You can join our Legacy Society by naming Leader Dogs for the Blind: • In your will or trust. • As a remainder beneficiary of an IRA or other retirement account. • As a beneficiary of a life insurance policy. • As a remainder beneficiary of a charitable gift annuity or trust. • As lead beneficiary of a charitable lead trust. Whether or not you choose to join the Legacy Society, your future gift will help to ensure that Leader Dog will be able to continue to provide increased independence to people who are blind or Deaf-Blind. Please contact Roberta Trzos, CFRE, director of personal giving at 248-659-5014 to learn more about the Legacy Society.

New Members Ronald & Deborah Blue Michael & Barbara Bova Carolyn Crowe Patricia L. Dunlap Gary A. Helsing, Sr.

A Moving Donation When Rod Haneline, Leader Dog’s programs & services chief, contacted the Detroit People Mover to purchase 500 handicap tokens to be used by our instructors and clients, he thought he was just making another daily phone call. But during the call Rod learned that the People Mover was soon going to celebrate its 25th year. He was then asked to speak at the celebration to share how getting to train our clients and dogs on the People Mover has benefitted Leader Dog. When Rod arrived at the celebration, he was surprised with a gift of 2,500 tokens—approximately a five year supply for Leader Dog. We would like to thank the Detroit People Mover for their kind donation, which we have already started putting to good use.

Photo: Ericka Alexander, marketing specialist for the Detroit Transportation Corporation presents Rod Haneline and Leader Dog Hawk (yellow lab) with 2,500 tokens for use on the Detroit People Mover.

Photo: Clients Sindy Puckett with Leader Dog Sweetie (black lab) and Jane King with Leader Dog Scout (golden retriever) get ready to board the Detroit People Mover.

Hosting a Leader Dog Mom Can be a Labor of Love By Guest Writer Chelsey Daley Eight black Lab puppies eat ravenously out of their bowls, each separated from its siblings by small wooden compartments. Every now and then, one sneaks over to taste-test its neighbor’s food too. Their mother, Spinner, keeps an eye on them from outside their pen. The litter is one of another generation that will grow up to serve Leader Dogs for the Blind. They are raised and carefully trained to become the calm and intelligent dogs that serve as the guides for people who are blind. That process starts with the volunteers who host Leader Dog Moms. Two of those volunteers are Gary and Paula King. “We put in an application to host a breeding dog,” says Gary, “Two weeks later we got a dog, two weeks later she was pregnant.” That was four years ago with Spinner’s mother, Zyla. The two ultimately hosted three litters with Zyla before she was retired. The hosts of Leader Dog Moms have the opportunity to adopt the dog upon retirement. The Kings did so and now call Zyla their own. After Zyla was retired, Spinner continued the family line. The hosts tend to the mother through the puppies’ birth (called whelping), then they take care of the pups for the next six weeks. It’s a job that requires a lot of commitment and love—but for the Kings, it’s worth it many times over. Still, hosting Leader Dog Moms has its challenges. Guiding the mother through whelping is the first of them. Hosts actively ensure the health of the newborn puppies checking their weight, sex, health and temperature. They’re taught how to resuscitate and tube-feed puppies that aren’t immediately responsive. There are messes to clean and yelps to be heard. The puppies need a watchful eye while they’re young, and when they’re old enough to eat dog food, they need to be fed frequently. The Kings have had to adjust their schedule to compensate. “The puppies have to eat every four hours, and we both work,” says Gary. “So right now I’m doing half days.” Hosting a Leader Dog Mom is a long-term commitment. But being animal lovers anyway, they like the opportunity. “It’s the satisfaction of the reward for ultimately helping provide the independence that a guide dog provides to someone who is blind,” Gary says. “It might provide them opportunities that they didn’t have before.” “We like volunteering and doing things for other people,” says Paula. “This is a way you can combine your love of animals with helping other people.” If you are interested in hosting a Leader Dog Mom or Dad, please contact the Breeding Department at 888-777-5332.

He’s Doing it Again Mark Mansell Rides for Leader Dog That’s right! The man who rode 3,500 on his bicycle last year is at it again— but with a twist! This time Lion Mark Mansell will be on a motorcycle instead of a bicycle and he won’t be alone! His wife, Lion Debbie Mansell, is going along for the ride. The duo will be riding 9,349 miles through all 48 contiguous states in 24 days. Their journey to raise awareness of Leader Dogs for the Blind begins in LaCenter, Washington (Mark and Debbie’s home town) on June 15 and ends in Bakersfield, California on July 8. Along the way Mark and Debbie will be meeting with Lions Clubs, talking about Leader Dog’s programs and raising funds to support those programs. You can learn more about their trip, follow their progress or donate at leaderdog.org/cyclingforleaderdogs or facebook.com/CyclingForLeaderDogs.

Photo: Lions Mark & Debbie Mansell are shown on a gold motorcycle wearing black jackets and white helmets captioned “Mark and Debbie, members of the LaCenter Lions Club, are getting ready to start a cross-country trip of a lifetime.”

Mission Moment I was mobile before but now it’s like being on cruise control. I’m not afraid to hold the harness and go across the airport. It’s more crucial than ever for me to have a Leader Dog because I now have hearing loss in my right ear and my dog helps because I don’t always hear a car that’s approaching. My dog alerts me to issues that I might not otherwise hear. Traffic concerns are huge for me because I need to be able to get to work so I can put food on the table for my wife and daughter.”

Photo: William Herzler and his 3rd Leader Dog, Liberty “Libby” (black lab)

Lead in the Holidays An event to benefit Leader Dogs for the Blind Thank you to everyone who attended the 21st Annual Lead in the Holidays, our official “kick-off” to the holiday season on Sunday, November 11, 2012. Guests enjoyed great food, a large selection of silent auction items and taking a “blindfold walk” with a Leader Dog in training (accompanied by our skilled Guide Dog Mobility Instructors). Our 22nd Annual Lead in the Holidays will be held at the Royal Park Hotel in Downtown Rochester on Friday, November 22, 2013. Mark your calendar now so you don’t miss the opportunity to support Leader Dog and get a great start to your holiday season.

Leader Dogs for the Blind 1039 S. Rochester Road Rochester Hills, MI 48307 Toll Free 888-777-5332 Phone 248-651-9011 www.leaderdog.org