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ABOUT PADS

PADS dogs are raised and trained on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Waututh), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis (Ktunaxa), Ĩyãħé Nakón mąkóce (Stoney), Niitsítpiis-stahkoii ᖹᐟᒧᐧᐨᑯᐧ ᓴᐦᖾᐟ (Blackfoot / Niitsítapi ᖹᐟᒧᐧᒣᑯ), Tsuut’ina & Michif Piyii (Métis) Nations, and the Syilx Okanagan People.

We acknowledge the importance of these lands and their history. We do this to reaffirm our commitment and responsibility in improving relationships between nations and to improving our own understanding of local Indigenous peoples and their cultures.

We breed, raise and train fully certified assistance dogs. Our service (mobility & PTSD) and hearing dogs provide life-changing independence to those with disabilities. Our accredited facility dogs work with community professionals, such as teachers, RCMP and psychologists to help support healthy communities.

PADS is a fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International.

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Jul 18

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The wonderful Waffle has found his job as a Mobility Service Dog! We're sending a huge thank you out to all the members of Waffle's village who have played a part in his assistance dog journey: 🐾 Breeder Caretakers: Tracy & Greg Fuchs & Family 🐶 Puppy-Raisers: Kailea Feddersen, and Karen Johns 💙 Advanced Training Sponsor: Curtis Willson 🎓 Advanced Sitters: Ken & Carol Arnold Congratulations, Waffle! We know you're going to provide life-changing support to your new partner 💛 #DogsWithJobs #LifeInTheBlueVest Photo description: PADS Waffle, a yellow Lab in a blue PADS vest, sits in front of a tree and looks at the camera. Beside him is a black sign with white writing that reads "Waffle got a job. Congratulations team!"

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Jul 17

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Today is World Emoji Day 🐶🌎😀✨ Please enjoy these photos of PADS dogs doing their best impressions of some of our favourite emojis 🎉🔥 Visit our stories for more, and tag us in your dog's best impressions. We'd love to see them 😎 #PADSDogs Image descriptions: each image shows a photo of a PADS Labrador with a corresponding emoji.

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Jul 16

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Summer Safety Tips - Keep it Cool 😎 With summer well and truly here, we're all thinking of ways to beat the heat. Here's some tips to help keep your dogs cool: ☀️ Restrict exercise to early mornings or later evenings when temperatures are cooler. 🌊 Take your pup for a dip at the beach, or consider a small kids pool for them to paddle in. If your dog is swimming, try to ensure they're not ingesting the water! 💧 Ensure your dogs always have access to cool drinking water. Adding ice cubes can also be a great way to cool down and offer some enrichment! ⛱️ We know a lot of dogs who love to sunbathe, but make sure to always offer shaded areas for them to relax in. How are you keeping cool this summer? Let us know in the comments! #DogSafety #DogTraining Photo descriptions: Photo 1: a yellow lab runs through shallow water towards the camera. The water splashes around the dog, and his ears flap behind him. Photo 2: two yellow labs share a drink of water from a bucket. Photo 3: two yellow labs stand in a small plastic kids pool filled with shallow water. They both look up at the camera. Photo 4: a young yellow lab in a yellow PADS vest sits in the shade of a pier at the beach. She sits proudly and looks at the camera.

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Jul 15

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We’re so proud of the amazing Alma, who is providing comfort to communities in Cranbrook. Alma’s handler reports that she is thriving in her role as a justice Accredited Facility Dog. She’s always eager to visit clients, and offers a grounding, calm presence to those navigating the justice system. The best part of Alma’s day comes when she gets visit with victims, lay at their feet, and rest her head or paw on a their shoe. Read more about the incredible impact that Team Alma is making through the link in our bio 🔗 And finally, a big thank you to the Dogtopia Foundation of Canada for sponsoring Team Alma’s training 💛💙 #LifeInTheBlueVest #DogsWithJobs @dogtopiafoundationca Photo description: PADS Alma, a black ab wearing a blue PADS vest, sits in front of a green garden and looks over her shoulder.

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Jul 11

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Noble Nova III continues to shine as she embarks on her new career as a hearing dog ✨ As this gorgeous girl heads on to Team Training and meets her new partner, we'd like to extend a big thank you to all the members of her village who have supported her on her journey. 🐾 Program of Origin: @herodogsinc 🐶 Puppy-Raisers: Ryleigh Jacobs & Caleb Vanderleek, Naz Jhinnu 💙 Sponsor: Treffner Family Charitable Fund 🎓 Advanced Sitter: Julie Cochrane, Angela Davidson, and Susan Hollingshead #DogsWithJobs #LifeInTheBlueVest Photo description: PADS Nova III, a yellow Lab in a blue PADS vest, sits on the grass in front of a moss-covered tree. She looks attentively at the camera. Beside her is a black sign with white writing that reads "Nova III got a job. Congratulations team!"

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Jul 10

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Summer Safety Tips - Toe Bean Protection 🐾 Once the sun starts to shine, the ground can heat up quickly. Hot surfaces can be dangerous for dog paws, so keep these tips in mind to help keep your dog's toe beans safe: ☀️ Stay out of the sun - Schedule your walks for early in the day before the sun has a chance to heat the ground up, or in the evenings once it's cooled down. ☀️ Be mindful of different terrains - Artificial grass, asphalt, and cement can all heat up quick, and darker surfaces can require more caution. ☀️ Test the temperature - An easy tip to prevent any paw pad burns is to test the temperature of the ground with the back of your hand. If you can't keep your hand on the surface for 10 seconds, it's too hot for your pups feet! ☀️ Cover up - Booties can help to protect feet if your dog needs to be on a hot surface. #DogSafety #DogTraining Photo descriptions: t Photo 1: A young yellow lab is held in a person's arms, with her paw pads facing the camera. Photo 2: A close up of a yellow lab's hind paw pads. In the background, you can see that the dog lays on a dog bed and looks over her shoulder at the camera. Photo 3: A close up of a young yellow lab's paw pads.

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Jul 10

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The best updates include the words ‘It’s been life-changing.’ After a long career as a police officer, and a diagnosis of PTSD, we’re pleased to report that Hughie now gets to enjoy his retirement with PADS Silky II by his side. Running errands, attending appointments, and even getting sleep have all become easier since Silky came into his life: “The attention and companionship that Silky offers every day is truly amazing… my quality of life both at home and out in public is greatly improved.” Read more about Silky’s impact through the link in our bio 🔗 #LifeInTheBlueVest #DogsWithJobs Photo description: Hughie, a man wearing a striped t-shirt and a smile, sits on a leather couch. PADS Silky II, a yellow lab in a blue PADS vest, sits between his feet and rests her head on Hughie’s knee.

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Jul 9

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Happy Tongue Out Tuesday from these party pups 🌊☀️ Even service dogs need time to let loose! What better way to cool off as the weather heats up than to leave their capes at home and head to the beach. Thanks @campuscaninesubc for organizing this beach party and Bill Ng for the photos 📸 #BeachDays #LifeInTheBlueVest Photo descriptions: all photos show a Labrador Retriever running on a beach towards the camera. They all have loose body language, with their mouths open and ears flapping.

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Jul 7

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Congratulations to the talented Texas II who has gotten himself a job 💙🐕‍🦺 This sweet boy starts Team Training next month, and we know he'll make an amazing impact in his partner's life. Thank you to everyone in Texas' village who has helped him get this far. 🐾 Breeder Caretakers: Tracy & Greg Fuchs & Family 🐶 Puppy-Raisers: Sarah & Cynthia Markson 🎓 Advanced Sitter: Stephanie Hu & Paul Yi Swipe to see this bracing boy in his harness 😍 #DogsWithJobs #LifeInTheBlueVest Photo descriptions: Photo 1: PADS Texas II, a yellow Lab in a blue PADS vest, sitting on the grass in front of a moss-covered tree. He looks calmly at the camera. Beside him is a black sign with white writing that reads "Texas II got a job. Congratulations team!" Photo 2: Texas sits in the shade on a footpath. He wears a blue PADS bracing harness, and looks proudly at the camera.
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