SMS Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: August 22, 2025

Brand Name: Leader Dogs for the Blind

Types of Messages You May Receive

Leader Dogs for the Blind uses SMS to communicate with individuals who have opted in. Message types include:

  • Puppy Raisers & Counselors: Training tips, behavior support, event reminders, and appointment updates
  • Breeding Hosts: Updates about host dogs and puppy litters
  • Clients: Post-training check-ins, class logistics, emergency alerts, and travel coordination
  • Potential Clients: Responses to program inquiries
  • Volunteers: General updates for those who prefer text communication
  • Deaf/Blind Clients: Meeting notifications from our Client Support & Wellness Specialist

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies depending on your relationship with Leader Dogs for the Blind and the nature of communications.

Message & Data Rates

Msg & data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier plan.

Opt-In Methods

Web Form

By submitting the form at leaderdog.org/apply, you consent to receive SMS messages from Leader Dogs for the Blind. Msg & data rates may apply. Msg frequency varies. Unsubscribe by replying STOP. Reply HELP for help.

Verbal Consent

Clients may opt in verbally over the phone. They are informed that:

  • Msg & data rates may apply
  • Msg frequency varies
  • They can text HELP for support or STOP to unsubscribe

Support & Help

For more info on SMS service for Leader Dogs for the Blind reply HELP to any message for assistance Visit our Contact Us page for more support

Opt-Out Instructions

  • Reply STOP to unsubscribe from SMS messages
  • You will no longer receive messages from this number
  • To resume messages, reply START

Privacy Commitment Leader Dogs for the Blind does not share phone numbers with third parties. View our Privacy Policy.