STRONG ROOTS. GENTLE PAWS

Give today and help nurture strong roots, gentle paws,
and a future full of possibility for people living with PTSD.

Donations will be matched up to $20,000

CHIP IN TO CHANGE LIVES

PADS is excited to be a participating charity in Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink.
Every generous donation made will be matched up to 50%, so your donation goes further.

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SUPPORT THE WHITECAPS LITTER

Support the Vancouver FC Whitecaps litter by donating to help fund their
training and care during the puppies’ critical first two years.

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NEWS & STORIES

Building Resilience and Community

Nov 19, 2024 | 0 Comments

PADS Partners with Brooks Secondary School’s CALM Program in Powell River, BC.

Meet Team Loki II

Nov 18, 2024 | 0 Comments

CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Loki II. In her own words, Alysen shares how Loki is a ray of sunshine when everyone needed something positive.

Meet Team Lady

Nov 15, 2024 | 0 Comments

CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Lady II. In their own words, Dez shares that Lady’s impact on their life has been transformative.

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our supporters

PADS is more than 90% volunteer-driven

We thrive off the passion of the people who have decided to join the PADS Family.

PADS currently runs volunteer programs in the BC Lower Mainland & Okanagan as well as in Calgary, AB., and is a fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International.

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pupdates

FOLLOW OUR ADVENTURES

Our pups are always adventuring. Follow along each month to see what they’re up to and how they are doing!

Saphira had some new experiences this month. She went with one of her raisers on a beach vacation and did very well being off-leash on the beach. We have been working on her engagement and loose leash walking, and both are coming along. She is helping her raiser do...

Major | April 2025

May 1, 2025 | 0 Comments

Hello! My name is Major, and I just met my raiser this past week. I've given her a good time with lots of cuddles, slept on her foot on the drive home, and lots of smells in the backyard. I like to sit and stare and take in the world around me. A couple of highlights...