Category: Announcements

  • Another Heartfelt Volunteer Commitment

    Another Heartfelt Volunteer Commitment

    We are excited to share our latest venture into the world of animal rescue – becoming CTRS fosters! It all began with a simple post about black cats during Halloween that sent shockwaves through my heart. The realization of the cruel treatment these innocent creatures endure for entertainment left me…

  • Unexpected Recognition – Unbelievable Moment

    Unexpected Recognition – Unbelievable Moment

    I don’t even know where to start and must admit that I am still speechless – and we all know that it doesn’t happen often Lol!  When Meredith, the PADS Marketing and Media Coordinator, texted me that she had something for us, I thought that she had a little ‘get…

  • Happy Caturday to us!

    Happy Caturday to us!

    Today we welcomed a rescue cat. We are super excited but nervous at the same time as we never owned (or train lol) a cat before – so it will be all new to us from now on. Little Luna here was found on Nicomen Island – along the Fraser…

  • Final Outcome is Here

    Final Outcome is Here

    Let’s first define success What is the point of raising a PADS puppy? Raising a balanced, engaged dog who changes lives and in the process gets to live their best life. Is this what we mean when we say that a dog ‘made it’? Not really. Let’s ponder that phrase…

  • First PADS-iversary

    First PADS-iversary

    Today marks one year since we welcomed Franz into our home and dived into the world of service dog training. What a year! What a thrill! But most importantly what a learning experience! Becoming the raiser of this adorable little pup has had its challenges but they don’t compare with…