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

Charge On with Chai & Emily

Charge On with Chai & Emily

MEET OUR MOVERS:  Charge On with Chai & Emily How they are Moving for PADS From August 13th - September 19th Emily will walk (with her crutches) or roll (with her wheelchair) for one minute for every dollar donated to her champagne.  Why they are Moving for PADS...

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2020 Summer Newsletter

2020 Summer Newsletter

Your support drives our mission, helps dogs transform lives, and empowers individuals to have an independent life. Behind each and every success story is a donor who makes this possible.

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Pedalling for PADS

Pedalling for PADS

Lauren is expected to arrive at the Calgary training Center Monday, August 24th between 12:45 and 1:00 pm MST. Tune in to our Facebook live stream to watch Lauren finish this incredible ride. MEET OUR MOVERS: TEAM PEDALLING FOR PADS How they are Moving for PADS...

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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.

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!

Morley | March 2025

Morley | March 2025

Morley continues to work on 'push' and tugging doors closed. These may be his favourite skills to date! He has been working on position changes around a manual wheelchair and maintaining his position when the wheelchair is moving. This coming month, I hope to put...

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Petra | March 2025

Petra | March 2025

Petra worked hard on some facility skills this month and started transferring them to others! She has been practicing learning all her skills with novel handlers as well and is doing really well at this. With her lovely disposition and sweet nature, Petra is still...

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