Help a puppy take their
first steps to service.

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting the nursery & breeding departments of the Guide Dog Foundation and America's VetDogs.

Your gift, in real terms

$40 covers a full week of care for a nursing mother and her litter.

$25
Toys & comfort for a nursery litter
$100
A sonogram check for an expecting mother

Care from the very first day.

Our mission is to help provide the resources these departments need to care for mothers and puppies, ensuring they receive the highest level of care from the very beginning of their journey.

Every donation helps give these remarkable dogs the healthiest possible start as they prepare to become life-changing partners for people who are blind or visually impaired, as well as veterans and first responders with disabilities.

A golden retriever mother curled gently around her newborn puppies

With your help, we've already provided:

2
Mobile sonogram machines
2
iPads for the nursery
1
Industrial washing machine
Toys for the puppies
Our First Steps to Service 2nd Annual Car Show flyer, Saturday August 1 2026 at Comsewogue High School
Upcoming event

2nd Annual Car Show

Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 9:00am to 1:00pm

Comsewogue High School, 565 N Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station
Rain date: Saturday, August 8, 2026

Benefiting the nursery programs of the Guide Dog Foundation and America's VetDogs. Join us for food trucks, 50/50 raffles, and an assistance dog demonstration.

  • $25 Show cars
  • $5 Spectators
  • Free Kids under 16
Register your car

Questions? Email ourfirststepstoservice22@yahoo.com or call Andy at 551-579-4122.

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