Drax is being raised and trained to provide life-changing independence to someone with a physical disability other than visual impairment or to work with a professional such as a teacher, psychologist or victim services worker to help support a healthy community.

In May, 2025, Drax took the next step in his journey and entered Advanced Training where heโ€™ll learn the skills needed to support his future partner.ย 

It truly takes a village to raise a puppy, and you can be part of Draxโ€™s village and receive monthly updates about him โ€” donations raised through this page support the care and training of healthy, happy puppies. Help support Drax today.

Name:Drax

Breed:Labrador Retriever (Male)

Birthdate:June 10, 2023

Dam:PADS Strudel

Sire:Susquehanna Service Dogs' Tico

Puppy-Raisers:Susan & James Mitchell | previously raised by Amanda Hicks

Whelping Home:Ruth & Ron Wiens & Family

Advanced Sitter:Lisa Spring

Advanced Trainer:Catherine Barrette

Litter:PADS Guardians of the Galaxy Litter