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ABOUT PADS 3

JOIN US 5

OUR PROGRAM 7

CONTINUAL

IMPROVEMENT 11

OUR DOGS 13

COMMUNITY IMPACT

& INVOLVEMENT 17

ACCESSIBILITY 19

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 21

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS 22

CONTENTS

“Rowan’s greatest gift is the ability to inspire her patients – she loves to go to work and after a session, both of us smile all the way home!”

~ Lisa, PADS Client (about Intervention K9 Rowan)

PADS INTERVENTION K9 (THERAPY) ROWAN

SERVICE VIPINTERVENTION K9HEARING

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ABOUT PADSEstablished in 1987, Pacific Assistance Dogs Society has been breeding, raising, training and placing life-changing assistance dogs for over 28 years. The purpose of these amazing dogs is to provide their partners, who have physical disabilities other than blindness, with a new leash on life through an increased level of independence and an enhanced quality of life. We place dogs in 4 categories: Service—for people with physical disabilties; Hearing—for those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing; Intervention K9s—to accompany community professionals in education, health or law enforcement; and finally VIPs—our Very Important Pets for children or adults with disabilities.

PADS FLASH/ARROW LITTER

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JOIN USIt’s our pleasure to share with you information about the PADS program and to provide opportunities to partner with us in the life changing work that we do.

OUR DOGS EMPOWER INDEPENDENCE

The assignments are diverse. They come alongside the young man wheeling off to university for the first time; the mother expecting her first child, but unable to hear her baby cry; the RCMP officer injured in the line of duty; the young woman living on her own at last.

Life-changing independence is delivered through a highly trained service or hearing dog who will perform daily tasks or alert to life-saving sounds.

OUR DOGS EMPOWER GROWTH & HEALING

Listening attentively as a young boy struggles to read the words on the page. Playfully tugging the rope to help the accident victim regain muscle strength in a (no longer dreaded) physio session. Drying the tears of a young girl as she shares her life’s secrets; walking alongside her as she enters the courtroom to testify against her abuser. Growth and healing come through the unconditionally loving presence of a highly trained and socialized Intervention K9 who works alongside a community care professional such as a teacher, social worker, psychologist, police officer, or victim services worker.

BE PART OF OUR COMMUNITY

Thank you for your willingness to consider PADS as a recipient of your valuable funding. The PADS community is one that brings together donors, volunteers, staff, and clients—along with our life-changing dogs—to transform lives and communities. It is through the help of many that we’re able to change lives the way we do. Join us.

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OUR PROGRAM

The foundation of PADS success is the quality of our

working dogs.

BREEDINGIn 2002 PADS started its in-house breeding program, and for the past 13 years we have been building our breeding colony. We continue to strive to produce a reliable puppy supply while increasingly improving the quality of our working dogs. We now have a solid foundation of genetic information on which to build. However, our ability to produce puppies is integrally tied to our funding.

PUPPIES

At any given time we have 80 to 120 puppies in training placed in puppy-raising homes where volunteers raise, socialize, and teach basic obedience. Each week, PADS staff facilitate puppy-training classes in BC and Alberta. Puppy-raisers come to the PADS facility or go on field trips to receive instruction. Trainers also conduct 1-on-1 training sessions when required. Throughout puppyhood, our young dogs are continuously assessed for health and temperament, ensuring that only the highest quality puppies remain in the program.

ADVANCED DOGS

Between 15 to 18 months of age, puppies return to the training facility where they will reside, Monday to Friday, for the next 7 to 8 months. During this time, Assistance Dogs International (ADI) accredited instructors or apprentice instructors teach the dogs their specialized working skills. Each weekend, volunteeers give the dogs a weekend “at home” out of the kennel environment.

PADS PUPPIES-IN-TRAINING

MILAN & MINT

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CLIENT CARE

The client care process begins when our clients apply for a working dog.

APPLICATION PROCESS Interested parties seeking an assistance dog complete an inquiry form which is reviewed by our qualified training staff. If it is determined that an assistance dog could provide the applicant with an increased level of independence and enhanced quality of life, they are invited to complete a detailed application, which includes medical and professional reference forms. Once this step is completed, an interview is arranged with the applicant. Upon approval for placement, the applicant is then placed on a wait list until an assistance dog with the disposition and specific skills needed to match the individual’s unique lifestyle, personality and physical needs becomes available. Then the client is invited to meet the dog to ensure the perfect match is made.

TEAM TRAINING Once the match is made, the client attends the PADS facility for 2 weeks of intensive team training. During this time, the critical and highly emotional bonding process begins, as clients learn commands, ongoing training and proper dog care. Once their team training is complete, PADS training staff return home with the client and their assistance dog to adapt the environment for the canine’s work (installation of door pulls, light buttons, etc.) and to ensure the “team” adjusts.

FOLLOW-UP After placement, clients submit personal assessment reports for six months. 45 days after team training, PADS Staff returns to test the team before granting full public access and graduate status. Follow up continues annually to recertify the team for public access and to ensure their ongoing success. This continues throughout the dog’s working life. When the dog is about to retire, PADS works with the client to ensure the best retirement for the dog—sometimes the dog is retired to a close friend or family member or PADS will find an adoptive family —one that will ensure the former team can continue to have an active relationship..

The client care department

currently provides support to

90+

working teams along with conducting

new applicant screenings,

interviews and assessments for

placements.

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PADS is committed to establishing itself as an industry leader in terms of setting the highest possible stand-

ards in program delivery through our dog training proto-

CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENTPADS has undergone extensive self-evaluation, addressing all aspects of the organization including infrastructure, staffing and training requirements, and breeding program. The board and staff performed a comprehensive program analysis, and developed a 5-year strategic plan. Additionally, PADS has built upon the successes of its 2013 breeding program consultation in order to meet our mandate of diminishing wait times to 6 months.

VOLUNTEER PROGRAMSPADS volunteers fuel over 95% of our efforts, so their commitment is essential to our success. A recent volunteer survey reported that not only were 84% of our volunteers planning to continue volunteering, they also were incredible champions for our organization that were somewhat or very likely to recommend PADS as a charity to support financially (88%) and through volunteering (91%).

PADS INTERVENTION K9 (TRAUMA/COURTHOUSE) CABER

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CABERIntervention K9 (Trauma/Courthouse),

Delta Police Victim Services

Caber is an active member of the Delta Police Victim

Services team

and is the first

CAI Trauma

Dog in Canada.

Caber’s job is

to assist the

trauma team and

provide a positive

impact for people

suffering from

a life-altering trauma. He brings out healthy emotions in

people and helps victims understand what they are feeling;

he makes it okay for emotions to surface and allow the

healing process to begin. Caber interviews with children who

are victims of sexual assault to help them prepare for court.

In May of 2015, Caber became the first Courthouse Dog in

British Columbia when he accompanied a young witness to

the stand to support her through her testimony.

The nature of the PADS program is highly

individualized and specialized, requiring a great effort on the part of all involved; yet, the

quality of the results cannot be denied.

PADS assistance dogs provide life altering

service—whether they are helping an individual live an independent life or working alongside a professional within our

community.

OUR DOGS

CLAYTON & EMBERService Dog Team

Clayton and Ember were matched as a team in the summer of 2010. Since then, Ember has been a wonderful addition to all aspects of Clayton’s life, especially in his last year in high school.

When Clayton drops an object on the floor or needs to open a door, Ember assists; no longer is he dependent on family, friends or careworkers. Clayton also shared with us that Ember has taught him a lot about handling responsibility, as he assumed all her care and training. This has led to more self-motivation and confidence than he’s ever had before. With Ember at his side, Clayton was able to leave home and go to university on his own, and volunteer in his community.

When he’s out in public, having Ember gives people a clear indication that he is a confident and competent young man.

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LINDSEY & SILKYService Dog Team Lindsey and Silky were matched in 2008. Silky was chosen to be matched with this active young woman because she was specially trained to pull a wheelchair. Not only does Silky give Lindsey life-changing independence, this dynamic duo is actively involved in their community. Each year they run in “Team Muddy Paws” raising money for Cancer Research.

JIM & CASCADEHearing Dog Team Jim is a repeat client, whose PADS Hearing Dog Beans retired. The time between Beans and Cascade reminded Jim how much a hearing dog brings to his day to day life. Alerting to life-saving sounds (like a smoke alarm or siren) and helping those around him be aware of his invisible disability. Instead of people thinking Jim is ignoring them or being rude he is once again greeted with smiles.

ORIONIntervention K9 (Education) Orion was the first Intervention K9 in the BC school system. Attending school on a daily basis with his partner (a teacher), Orion works as a literacy aid for children who are struggling to read. PADS established the first volunteer animal-assisted reading program in the BC school system, this paved the way for Orion’s full-time position.

ROWANIntervention K9 (Therapy) Rowan works with a registered nurse. Together, they support physical therapy and rehabilitation plans for individuals who are recovering from health issues such as strokes, injury or surgeries. Utilizing more than 55 commands, Rowan helps these patients forget they are working through therapy, as they strive to meet their rehabilitation goals.

PADS VOLUNTEERS W/”THE SPICE LITTER”

68% Individuals living with mobility disabilities experience 68% reduction in paid care attendant hours once matched with an assistance dog, as well as increased attendance in school programs, greater employment, fewer missed days, and

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COMMUNITY IMPACT & INVOLVEMENTEach PADS dog has a significant impact not just on the client they are matched with, but on those around them - family, friends, and the greater community.

Intervention K9s work in a variety of professional settings each day; therefore, it is virtually impossible to ascertain the extent of their impact on the public during their average 8-10 year working careers. As an example, since beginning his career in 2010, Caber, a member of the Delta Police Victim Services team, has supported over 500 victims of crime and trauma.

Volunteer participation with PADS is abundant -- we have over 300 active volunteers that raise the puppies, or assist in a variety of other roles with the organization each week. We are 98% volunteer run. Our volunteer programs are based out of Greater Vancouver, BC and Calgary, AB.

Currently, PADS is supporting over 90 certified, working teams in our community, while 30+ people are waiting to be matched with an assistance dog.

JAN & PADS SERVICE DOG ORBITAL

“He is my best friend and companion. Orbital has opened up a whole new world for me.”

Jan, PADS Client

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ACCESSIBILITY PADS’ clients who are matched with service or hearing dogs have a variety of disabilities that include loss of hearing, Muscular Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, spinal cord injuries, debilitating arthritis, and Post-Polio syndrome, among others. Intervention K9s are working miracles in the larger community as they provide support in therapeutic, grief counseling, psychology, physiotherapy and educational fields.

Because of the generous funding from our donors, our program remains accessible to any applicants who show they would experience greater levels of independence and life enhancement by being placed with a PADS assistance dog. Professionals working in a non-profit or government-based agency where a Canine Assisted Intervention (CAI) dog would benefit their clients are also eligible for the PADS program.

Clients are charged NO fee for service: all associated training costs are covered by sponsorship donations and PADS’ own fundraising initiatives. Clients pay a mere $50.00 application fee to apply for an assistance dog. Supplies include a leash/collar, working vests/harnesses, dishes, grooming supplies, training equipment, and more. Clients are provided with lifetime support - providing ongoing training, support and follow up thoughout the dog’s working career (and often beyond)!

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESPuppy’s First Year | $1,500 Support a puppy’s first year. You’ll receive monthly “pupdates” on your sponsored puppy and an invite to his/her graduation.

Puppy’s First Year Plus | $2,500 Covers the costs for a puppy’s first year, with the option of naming a puppy. You’ll receive monthly “pupdates” on your sponsored puppy and an invite to his/her graduation.

Kennel Sponsorship | $4,000 Advanced Training is where our dogs learn their life-changing skills. This sponsorship covers housing, kennel staff and care for one of PADS’ advanced kennel runs (2 dogs) for 1 year. Sponsorship plaques are hung on each kennel and recognized in PADS’ newsletter.

Very Important Pet (VIP) Sponsorship | $7,500 Covers the training of our VIP dogs, who make a significant difference in the life of a child with a disability.

Intervention K9 Team Sponsorship | $15,000 An Intervention K9 sponsorship covers the cost of training, placing and follow-up with one Canine Assisted Intervention (CAI) team. Team sponsors are invited guests to the PADS graduation and luncheon.

Service/Hearing Team Sponsorship | $20,000 Covers the cost of care, training and follow-up for an assistance dog team. Team sponsors are invited guests to the PADS graduation and luncheon.

Litter Sponsorship | $20,000 Covers the cost of genetic testing, breeding and caring for a pregnant dam and an entire litter of PADS puppies for 10 weeks. Litter Sponsorship includes the opportunity to name the puppies.

Annual Sponsorship | $50,000 You or your company receives broad recognition, including a listing on the PADS website, a banner at every PADS event/promotional opportunity, and your logo in our annual report.

Donations, Grants & Fundraising - 67.5% Gaming Revenue - 27.1% Programs - 3.7% Investment/Interest Income - 1.7%

Direct Programs - Breeding/Training/Client Care - 72.5% Administration - 15.7% Fundraising - 11.6% Interest & Bank Charges - 0.2%

2015 REVENUE

2015 EXPENDITURES

2015 AUDITED FINANCIALS PREPARED BY: KEMP HARVEY GROUP CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS

Direct Programs - Breeding/Training/Client Care - 72.5% Administration - 15.7% Fundraising - 11.6% Interest & Bank Charges - 0.2%

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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

RECEIPTS 2015 2014Donations

Fundraising Gaming

Membership & Fees Gift-in-Kind

Interest income

$427,816 $160,593 $250,000

$33,895 $67,047

$1,002

$361,184 $94,302

$500,000 $21,833 $59,962

$1,889

$940,354 $1,039,170

DIRECT COSTS $2,736 $316

GROSS PROFIT 937,618 1,038,854

EXPENSESAccounting fees

Advertising, promotions & events Bank charges & interest

Consulting fees Insurance

Office & sundry Gift-in-kind donations

Puppy costs Breeding costs

Fundraising costs Volunteer recognition

Graduate costs Rental, occupancy costs

Salaries & wages Vehicle & travel

7,658 18,034 12,725

85 5,789

42,769 67,047

149,328 25,002 41,625

1,347 7,022

54,432 472,348

27,546

8,749 26,644

8,908 19,124

6,098 33,604 59,962

133,221 17,400 36,287

538 4,283

57,039 486,944

30,115

932,758 928,916

EXCESS OF RECEIPTS OVER EXPENSES FROM OPERATIONS 4,860 109,938

OTHER INCOME

Gain (Loss) on disposable investments Interest from other sources

Amortization of deferred contributions Amortization of tangible capital assets

Write-down of marketable securities

14,987

7,758 23,930

-

508 15,225

8,552 26,021

6,667

1,185 4,931

EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) OF RECEIPTS OVER EXPENSES 3,675

PADS PUPPY-IN-TRAINING LINUS

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