Breeding Program

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.

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…

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…

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!

Checking in on Frannie’s Litter – Week 4

Checking in on Frannie’s litter, week 4.

Checking in on Frannie’s Litter – Week 3

Checking in on Frannie’s litter, week 3.

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…

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…

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.

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.