Breeding Program
Happy birthday, NEADS Breeding Center!
This month, we’re celebrating the state-of-the-art facility that’s raised NEADS’ breeding program to the next level—made possible by our many donors. In its first year, the Breeding Center has celebrated…
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Taking Flight
In the fall of 2022, NEADS bred one of our broods, Cameron, to a stud dog named Felix from Southeastern Guide Dogs (SEGD). As part of our agreement, Southeastern Guide Dogs, located in Palmetto, FL, was to receive a female puppy from Cameron’s litter when the puppy was eight weeks old. (The litter, born on November 24, was aptly named the Thanksgiving Dinner litter.) Gravy* was selected as the SEGD puppy.
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Cuter by the Dozen
NEADS World Class Service Dogs Is pleased to introduce The Donut Litter Boston, Chocolate, Éclair, Strawberry, Butternut, Glaze, Maple, Jelly, Coconut, Vanilla, Munchkin, Sprinkles Born July 24, 2022, between 9pm…
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Genetic Testing for Breeding Candidates
Did you know that we do DNA testing on all of our breeding candidates before selecting them for our program? NEADS recently began working with Embark Veterinary for this genetic…
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All Eyes On… Dr. Clara Williams
At NEADS, the health and well-being of our dogs is crucial. From the moment they arrive on campus, our dogs have consistent health monitoring that includes routine care, vaccinations, orthopedic screenings, and eye exams.
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Milkers Help with Crate Training
Smith’s Country Cheese in Winchendon, MA, milks their own cows to make delicious cheese, everything from Smoked Gouda to Chili Pepper Cheddar. The rubber milking liners (“milkers”) that are used…
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Cardiac Clinic for Breeding Candidates
In early November, staff members Kate and Megan brought three of our potential breeding candidates – Pepper, Cody, and Parker – to Warrior Canine Connection in Maryland for a cardiac…
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How much do you really know about the early lives of NEADS puppies?
Discover your level of puppy and breeding knowledge and learn a little *or a lot* along the way. Get ready for some serious cuteness!
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Checking in on Frannie’s Litter – Week 4
Checking in on Frannie’s litter, week 4.
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Checking in on Frannie’s Litter – Week 3
Checking in on Frannie’s litter, week 3.
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My Dining Room is Now a Nursery
In early March, Nursery staff welcomed Frannie, a pregnant brood* from Guiding Eyes to campus and whelped** her litter. They expected the next 8 weeks to unfold as they typically do with any of our litters…
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You’re Invited to a (Virtual) Puppy Shower
NEADS dog Acadia has had her second litter, and we’re welcoming the newest members of the NEADS family with a virtual Puppy Shower. Puppies need a lot of supplies, and…
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Rescue is an “Uncle”
One year ago, on April 3, 2018, Rescue and Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship hit the shelves and Rescue, Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes started the most exciting and meaningful ride of their lives.
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Welcoming the Pioneer Litter
We’re happy to introduce our first NEADS-bred, born, and raised litter of purpose-bred dogs. On November 21, Acadia gave birth to 10 healthy puppies. For the first eight weeks, nursery staff members worked hard to lay the foundation for Service Dog work through a comprehensive early socialization program. This included puppy massages, crate exercises, and exposure to a variety of objects and people, sounds, smells, and plenty of cuddles and kisses.
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