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Samwise the Stouthearted

Samwise the Stouthearted

Thursday, March 21, 2024 | Corporate Sponsors, Our Stories, VIP

Named after the iconic character in J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, PADS Samwise was always fated to be someone’s loyal companion.

PADS In Bloom: Hanging Basket Fundraiser

PADS In Bloom: Hanging Basket Fundraiser

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 | News

Support life-changing dogs by ordering beautiful spring hanging baskets. Available in both sun and shade!

Burnabynow: ‘Shaelyn loved dogs’: $10K donation made to PADS in slain Burnaby Mountie’s name

Burnabynow: ‘Shaelyn loved dogs’: $10K donation made to PADS in slain Burnaby Mountie’s name

Friday, March 15, 2024 | Media, News

Outlet: Burnabynow Date: March 14, 2024 Host: Cornelia Naylor READ...
FUND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER | POSITION FILLED

FUND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER | POSITION FILLED

Friday, March 15, 2024 | Careers

PADS is hiring for a Fund Development Manager who will have the unique opportunity to shape the future success and growth of the organization.

CANINE OPERATIONS COORDINATOR | POSITION FILLED

CANINE OPERATIONS COORDINATOR | POSITION FILLED

Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | Careers

PADS is looking to have a dynamic admin professional join our team as the Canine Operations Coordinator and help us change lives one dog at a time!

PADS AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | 2023

Monday, February 26, 2024 | News, Reports

PADS Audited Financial Statements | 2023 PADS 2022 Financial Statements were audited by Crowe Mackay LLP 2023 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS DOWNLOAD...
MooseJaw Today: Victims of violent crime can seek comfort in Sven, a hard-working and lovable police dog

MooseJaw Today: Victims of violent crime can seek comfort in Sven, a hard-working and lovable police dog

Thursday, February 22, 2024 | Media, News

Outlet: Moose Jaw Today Date: February 22, 2024 Host: Aaron Walker READ...
Adopted: Thresher

Adopted: Thresher

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 | Adopted

Thresher is a gentle soul searching for his forever family.

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PADS dogs are raised and trained on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Skwxwรบ7mesh (Squamish), Sษ™lฬ“รญlwษ™taส” (Tsleil-Waututh), xสทmษ™ฮธkสทษ™yฬ“ษ™m (Musqueam), Ktunaxa ษamakษis (Ktunaxa), ฤจyรฃฤงรฉ Nakรณn mฤ…kรณce (Stoney), Niitsรญtpiis-stahkoii แ–นแŸแ’งแงแจแ‘ฏแง แ“ดแฆแ–พแŸ (Blackfoot / Niitsรญtapi แ–นแŸแ’งแงแ’ฃแ‘ฏ), Tsuutโ€™ina & Michif Piyii (Mรฉtis) 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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The best updates include the words โ€˜Itโ€™s been life-changing.โ€™ After a long career as a police officer, and a diagnosis of PTSD, weโ€™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: โ€œThe attention and companionship that Silky offers every day is truly amazingโ€ฆ my quality of life both at home and out in public is greatly improved.โ€ Read more about Silkyโ€™s impact through the link in our bio ๐Ÿ”— #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 Hughieโ€™s knee.

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Jul 9

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Happy Tongue Out Tuesday from these party pups ๐ŸŒŠโ˜€๏ธ 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 ๐Ÿ“ธ #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 ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ•โ€๐Ÿฆบ 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. ๐Ÿพ Breeder Caretakers: Tracy & Greg Fuchs & Family ๐Ÿถ Puppy-Raisers: Sarah & Cynthia Markson ๐ŸŽ“ Advanced Sitter: Stephanie Hu & Paul Yi Swipe to see this bracing boy in his harness ๐Ÿ˜ #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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Jul 5

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Paw-tners in positivity ๐Ÿถ ๐Ÿ’› PADS Link II was bursting with excitement to start his new job at the Chinook Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, and heโ€™s been making an incredible impact. This social butterflyโ€™s positive attitude and happy tail helps his new friends at the centre feel safe, and supports them through some of their toughest times. Linkโ€™s partner, Baylee, says that his presence helps even the most anxious children feel at ease. โ€œHis goofy, calm personality makes every day a little brighter.โ€ Read more about Team Link II through the link in our bio ๐Ÿ”— #DogsWithJobs #PADSDogs #AccreditedFacilityDog Photo description: Baylee, a person with short blonde hair, glasses, and a mint-green blazer, sits next to PADS Link II, a yellow lab wearing a blue PADS vest. Baylee smiles, while Link looks soulfully at the camera.

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Jul 4

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PADS Dogs as Rascal Flavours - Margarita edition Looking for a treat to help you beat the heat? These pups have a suggestion โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿถ With 2% from every can going to PADS, Rascal Margaritas are a go-to during the Dog Days of Summer! Please drink responsibly โœจ #DogsWithJobs Video description: four Rascal cans come into focus with the words โ€˜PADS dogs as Rascal flavours pt. 2โ€™ over top of the video. The video then transitions to a series of four shots. Each shot begins as a shot of a rascal can and then pans out to a shot of a PADS dog. The four dogs featured are: PADS Texas as the exotic Mango Passionfruit Rascal; PADS Fiddle as the Spicy Pineapple Rascal; PADS Nova as the classic Salted Lime Rascal; and PADS Waffle as the crowd-pleasing Paloma Rascal.

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Jul 3

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The Dog Days of Summer have arrived ๐Ÿ˜Žโ˜€๏ธ Over the next few weeks we'll be sharing some summer safety tips to help your pups beat the heat. Let us know below what you'd like to see featured! #Summer #PADSDogs Phot description: Two black labs sit in a garden in the sun. They both wear plastic sunglasses. The dog on the right looks upwards, while the dog on the left looks out of frame.

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Jul 3

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We're pleased to announce that the trusty Triton has chosen his job! As he looks forward to Team Training with his partner, we'd like to thank all the members of his village who have helped him on his journey. ๐Ÿพ Breeder Caretaker: Tiffany Spenard ๐Ÿ’› Puppy Sponsor: John Hardie Mitchell Family Foundation ๐Ÿถ Puppy-Raisers: Mikal Dughi-Ritchie, Doris Cheng & Kin Chan ๐ŸŽ“ Advanced Sitters: Jill Kaczur, Claire Feltham, and Anya McRae Congratulations, Triton! We know you're going to make an amazing service dog ๐Ÿ•โ€๐Ÿฆบ #DogsWithJobs #LifeInTheBlueVest Image description: a phot of PADS Triton, a yellow Lab in a blue PADS vest, sitting in front of a garden and looking happily at the camera. Beside him is a black sign with white writing that reads "Triton got a job. Congratulations team!"

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Jul 2

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Happy Canada Day from the PADS pups ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ #Canadian #ServiceDogs Photo descriptions: Photo 1: PADS Benji, a golden retriever, walks towards the camera. He holds a white teddy bear printed with red maple leaves. Photo 2: released PADS Edith, a yellow lab, sits on a lawn. She wears a headband with Canadian flags on it. One either side of her are two stuffies - one wears a white scarf with red maple leaves and the other sits under a red and white umbrella. Photo 3: PADS Zen, a black lab wearing a yellow PADS vest, lies on the grass and looks up at the camera. He wears a red bandana printed with white maple leaves. Photo 4: a young PADS Zuko, a yellow lab, lies on the grass and looks attentively at the camera. A Canadian flag lies in front of him.

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Our breeding girl Dusky recently returned home from her exchange and brought a couple of mini-mes back with her - Meet Ritz and Brandy! These two good girls have just met their raisers and begun their PADS training journeys ๐Ÿถ A big thank you to Elaine Mori for sponsoring Ritz, and The Lake Country Alliance Church for sponsoring Brandy. Your support makes this all possible โœจ Swipe to see Dusky's baby photo and check out the family resemblance ๐Ÿถ #PADSDogs #DogsWithJobs Image descriptions: all images show a photo of a young black lab puppy wearing a yellow PADS vest. Each photo was taken outside in front of a garden. A blue box with the puppies name is on the bottom left of each image. Image 1: PADS Ritz Image 2: PADS Brandy Image 3: PADS Dusky
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