BluePath Service Dogs

We started BluePath ten years ago, guided by a deep conviction: children with autism deserve greater safety, confidence, and independence, and service dogs could help make that possible. Jody and Caroline Sandler and I shared a commitment to building something families could truly depend on. Progress was not immediate, but it was steady, and our […]

BluePath dogs empower families to experience more of life together, building confidence, connection, and joy in moments that once felt out of reach. Since our inception, we’ve matched 61 service dogs with children on the autism spectrum and their families, with each placement provided entirely free of charge. Additionally, we’ve placed nine facility dogs in

As part of its grantmaking cycle, Anderson Foundation for Autism awarded BluePath Service Dogs with a $5,000 grant with a goal of optimizing the quality of life for individuals with autism. “Being selected for this grant is a tremendous honor. It reinforces the importance of our work in transforming the lives of children with autism

BluePath Service Dogs is a nonprofit organization that provides autism service dogs that offer safety, companionship, and independence. Some dogs may choose an alternative career path and work as facility therapy dogs in educational, residential, or day-habilitation settings. Their trained skills can greatly improve clients’ quality of life by enhancing therapies and reducing anxiety. “Graduation

September is National Service Dog Month – a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible, life-changing impact of service dogs around the world. Since BluePath’s inception in 2016, 60 autism service dogs have been placed with children with autism. These remarkable dogs bring safety, independence, and connection not only to the children they assist, but to

On Saturday, May 10, more than 500 people came out to support BluePath Service Dogs at the organization’s ninth annual walkathon at FDR State Park in Yorktown Heights. The family-friendly fundraiser raised more than $200,000 to further BluePath’s mission of providing autism service dogs, offering safety, companionship and opportunities for independence. According to the Autism

By: Anne Garretson, BluePath Puppy Raiser The most commonly asked question of a puppy raiser is, isn’t it hard to give them back? My mind always files through the possible responses. I could simply say yes and leave it at that. Or, I could be sarcastic and say, what do you think? I usually land on my

BluePath celebrated the placement of three new service dog teams and one facility therapy dog team. The graduating dogs headed home to Walkill NY, Mechanicville NY, Danbury CT, and Glastonbury CT. “Graduation day is a milestone that never loses its magic,” said Michelle Brier, BluePath’s Chief Executive Officer. “It’s the moment we see the impact

BluePath is honored to receive a generous sponsorship from Boehringer Ingelheim of Heartgard Plus®, and NexGard®. This contribution plays a crucial role in protecting our service dogs in training from heartworm disease, fleas, ticks, and mites, ensuring their health and well-being as they prepare for their future roles as autism service dogs. We deeply appreciate

The 2024-2025 Holiday Match program raised over $1.76 million for local children’s organizations! From Thanksgiving Day through Christmas Day, Stewart’s customers impressively donated over $883,500 to the program. Each individual donation is matched penny for penny by Stewart’s Shops. BluePath Service Dogs is the proud recipient of a $2,150 grant from Stewart’s Holiday Match Program.