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

Vivian and Milan

Jun 23, 2020 | 0 Comments

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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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FOLLOW OUR ADVENTURES

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

It's been a few months since we last posted. Draco is now 80lbs. We have been busy exploring the city and enjoying the blossoms. We saw snow for the first time and went on a ferry for the first time. Though I'm not so sure he knew that was a boat he hopped on and was...

Giorgio | March 2025

Apr 1, 2025 | 0 Comments

Happy spring everyone, at least we hope it’s spring. For the most part of March, I was at a sitter’s home. It was so much fun. There were 3 other dogs living in the home too, I had a blast!!! I was also taught some manners by my doggie friends, and I learned that...