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

Rose and Elphie

Rose and Elphie

Click the Video below to join us as we host our first hearing dog client Rose and her PADS dog Elphie.  

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Kristy and Hayward

Kristy and Hayward

Join us on August 11th at 1:00 pm to hear how Kristy and her family benefit from having VIP Hayward in their family.  Make sure to click the link below to register!

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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!

Kiara II | March 2025

Kiara II | March 2025

Kiara has had a busy month learning and going to all new places!!  She's grown so much.  She spent a lovely day with PADS Minnie, where she got to play fun games and hang out with some great people!  She loves to relax with a good cuddle and some TV. Submitted...

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Casey | March 2025

Casey | March 2025

Casey is a delight to have in our home. He enjoys his home comforts, playing with his toys and his humans, and even spending the occasional few daytime hours in his kennel. At bedtime, Casey is eager to turn in for the night. He especially enjoys walks in our ravine -...

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