Leader Dogs for the Blind
Physical Addresses:
1039 South Rochester Road
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Mailing Addresses:
P O BOX 5000
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48308
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48308
Phone Numbers:
| Type | Phone Number | Extension | Notes |
|---|
| Main phone | (248) 651-9011 | ||
| Toll-free | (888) 777-5332 |
Operating Agency:
In Charge:
Melissa Weisse (President & Chief Executive Officer)
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm. Client Services phone support Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm.
Eligibility:
Must be 16 years old, legally blind, emotionally and physically capable of working with a dog, and have orientation and mobility training
Fees:
None
Intake Process:
Call for application, or apply online at:
https://www.leaderdog.org/programs/guide-dog-program/application-process/apply-for-guide-dog-training/
Program Licenses
Accessibility:
Full accessibility,
Languages:
English, Spanish,
Website(s):
Email(s):
Keywords:
Animal Assistants, Blind and Deaf, Blind/Low Vision, Deaf and Blind, Disabled, Animal Assistants, Low Vision/Blind, Service Animal, Visual Impairment,
Last Updated:
1/29/2026
Program Description:
Offers multiple programs to provide safe and independent travel to people who are blind, visually impaired, or deaf-blind. Programs include: guide dog, orientation and mobility training, cane travel, and a summer vacation experience.
The free guide dog training, is a 26-day residential training program that welcomes clients who are legally blind, at least 16 years old, have good orientation and mobility skills and are able to care for their dog.
Training is personalized for each client. Thanks to sophisticated breeding, puppy raising and dog training programs, Leader Dog is able to match clients with a dog that best fits their lifestyle, travel pace, physical size, stamina and other considerations. Clients have the opportunity to train with their guide dog in a wide variety of situations to fit their current and future needs, including urban, suburban and rural locations; college campuses; busy stores and malls, public transit and other environments.
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