Thank you to the thousands of Canadians—and the hundreds of dogs, Dog Guides, and future Dog Guides—who participated in our 40th anniversary Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides raising funds for the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides.
Some walks are still taking place, and donations are still coming in. You can donate online until June 30 to help us reach our fundraising goal. Your support helps provide life-changing Dog Guides—at no cost—to Canadians living with disabilities, opening the door to brighter futures and endless possibilities.
What colour are you walking for?
Here’s our team colours and what they represent...
Alison & Buttons – Team Pink
Autism Assistance
Watching my daughter Alison bond with Buttons, her Autism Assistance Dog Guide, brought tears to my eyes. Before Buttons came into our lives, Alison was dysregulated. Family outings became nearly impossible. Our whole family was hanging on by a thread.
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Service
The bond between Piper, my incredible Service Dog Guide, and myself is extraordinary. Piper brings immense joy to my life. From the moment I wake up, Piper is by my side, fetching items, retrieving my shoes and braces, and greeting me with a wagging tail.
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Barb & Mango – Team Red
Canine Vision
Mango, my Canine Vision Dog Guide, has completely transformed my life. She gives me the confidence to move through life with a sense of security I hadn’t felt before. I was born visually impaired, and before Mango, crowded places like airports and malls made me anxious with their overwhelming noise and movement.
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Jacob & Zenith – Team Orange
Hearing
With Zenith my Hearing Dog Guide by my side, I gained the confidence to live independently. He’s my best friend, my companion, and was the missing piece of my life. Before Zenith, I often felt isolated and out of place. Now, I attend social gatherings with confidence, and his presence helps others understand my hearing impairment.
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John & Dexter – Team Green
Seizure Response
Dexter, my Seizure Response Dog Guide, transformed my life. Before I met Dexter, my seizures limited my independence. Dexter has since given me a level of independence I hadn't known in years. His presence brings comfort and security to me.
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Emma & Ecco – Team Teal
Diabetes Alert
Ecco, my Diabetes Alert Dog Guide, has made a huge difference in my life. I just started university and I’m living on my own for the first time. Having Ecco puts my mind at ease that if I were to have a bad low, she would alert someone and keep me safe.
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Jennifer & Zane – Team Blue
Facility Support
Zane, our Facility Support Dog Guide, enhances our therapy services providing emotional support and joy to both our clients and staff. Zane works with me at Pathstone Mental Health, where he is part of our animal-assisted therapy program.
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Earn these prizes when you join our walk...
Do you want to win a walk t-shirt
Register for our walk and be entered into our draw. You can choose the size and colour.
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Buddy's Paws of Honor Badges
Become a Buddy's Paws of Honor particpant and earn this exclusive badge which will be displayed on your fundraising page for your donors to see.
Bronze Buddy
Raise $2,000
Silver Buddy
Raise $4,000
Gold Buddy
Raise $6,000
