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.

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.

NEWS & STORIES

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.

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!

Rufous | March 2025

Rufous | March 2025

Rufous had a great month of March learning lots of new skills, which he is picking up at lightning speed! We are also working hard on his general obedience and manners – especially when he is greeting new people and dogs. We are all looking forward to next month, when...

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Buddy II | March 2025

Buddy II | March 2025

Hi Everypawdy! I made some pawsome new furiends this month! My hoomans took me to Burnaby Mountain, and we met up with my buddy Comox and my new pals Poblano and PADS Picard. I had the best time zooming around with them! Picard and I especially love chasing each other...

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