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Celebrating the Opening of the Richard Murray Veterinary Clinic & Early Learning Center

Celebrating the Opening of the Richard Murray Veterinary Clinic & Early Learning Center
On Sunday, September 13, NEADS hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the completion of ...

Spotlight on: Puppy Raiser Brenda Torres

Spotlight on: Puppy Raiser Brenda Torres
We have many sayings in the NEADS Puppy Raiser community. Two that we use often are, “It takes ...

50 Years of NEADS in the News

50 Years of NEADS in the News
As we kick off our 50th anniversary year, we took a look back at just some of the moments that ...

NEADS Get Dressed Give Back 2025: Then, Now, Always

NEADS Get Dressed Give Back 2025: Then, Now, Always
What a night! Our 2025 Get Dressed Give Back fundraiser was a fun and fantastic evening, ...

My Time as a NEADS College Puppy Raiser

My Time as a NEADS College Puppy Raiser
Puppy raising with NEADS was by far the peak of my college experience. Although I loved my school, I missed having four-legged friends around. Last semester, I attended an info session about NEADS puppy raising, and I decided to apply. I knew this was the perfect program for me.

NEADS Is My Home, Too!

NEADS Is My Home, Too!
Here's something you might not know about our new Veterinary Center project: it involves ...

Community Fundraising Small Change, Big Impact

Community Fundraising Small Change, Big Impact
Scott Magill, a long-time resident of Bellingham, MA, has been using his musical skills to ...

If Vegas Could Talk

If Vegas Could Talk
At the end of the semester, full-time College Raiser and Harvard student Amanda she brought Vegas, the puppy she was training, back to our campus. Vegas then went to work with one of the NEADS Trainers, where he continued the work he started with Amanda. Amanda wrote Vegas a parting letter, and we’ve written what we imagine would be his reply if he could talk.

Puppy Development and Socialization, Part 2

Puppy Development and Socialization, Part 2
Confidence is a key trait for any Service Dog. For people with disabilities who rely on their canine partner wherever they go, having a Service Dog who is calm, self-assured, and resilient in all situations is essential. Training a reliable, confident Service Dog starts with the basics: early socialization during developmental stages of growth.

Megan & Service Dog for Hearing Misty

Megan & Service Dog for Hearing Misty
College student Megan was matched with Service Dog for Hearing Misty in 2023. Having a Service ...

Puppy Development and Socialization, Part 1

Puppy Development and Socialization, Part 1
Confidence is a key trait for any Service Dog. For people with disabilities who rely on their canine partner wherever they go, having a Service Dog who is calm, self-assured, and resilient in all situations is essential. Training a reliable, confident Service Dog starts with the basics: early socialization during developmental stages of growth.

Spirit Award 2024 – Ken Wright and Assistance Dog Bentley

Spirit Award 2024 – Ken Wright and Assistance Dog Bentley
The NEADS Spirit Award is given annually to a volunteer or group of volunteers who ...
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