PAWSITIVE NEWS – Inspiring Stories and Updates from PawPADs.
Transforming lives through the power of the human-canine bond!
You can lead a more independent, self-reliant, and fulfilling life with the assistance of a canine partner.
Diabetic Alert Dogs (DAD’s) specifically trained to detect and alert to the changing blood sugar levels (highs and lows) in Type 1 diabetics.
Bringing the therapeutic, educational, and healing power of the human-canine bond to schools, courts, senior living facilities, and more.
Our history of successful programs demonstrates not only how we train happy, confident, skilled service dogs, but how we enrich communities in the process.
There’s a place for you at PawPADs! Every volunteer plays a vital role in creating life-changing—and sometimes life-saving—partnerships.
Ready to Apply? Check out the process here and complete a free pre-application that helps us know if we can meet your needs.
At Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs (PawPADs), we believe a dog’s presence changes everything.
It’s more than companionship — it’s confidence, independence, and connection. It’s the moment someone realizes they’re not alone, that they have a partner who can make their life easier.
Ganther, Senior Resource Dog
Ganther’s journey to becoming a Senior Resource Dog was the result of countless hours of training and dedication from many of our incredible ADEPT interns, staff, and volunteers over his first few years. The wonderful foundation they provided combined with Ganther’s natural ability and instinct to connect with people made him the perfect fit for his role.Â
Charity Navigator, one of the oldest and most respected charity evaluators, has awarded PawPADs its highest rating of FOUR STARS in their Four-Star evaluation system.
Charity Navigator evaluates charities in a broad range of metrics, including: ✦ What is being spent on programs; ✦ Administrative expenses; ✦ Fundraising costs; and ✦ Fundraising efficiency.
Every volunteer plays a vital role in creating life-changing—and sometimes life-saving—partnerships.
From being part of a K9 Kare Team to joining your friends or co-workers in a "Done-In-A-Day" project to helping chart PawPADs' future as a Board Member, we have room for you!

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