PALS is a non-profit, registered, charitable organization located in Calgary, Alberta, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of individuals through pet therapy. It began under the auspices of the Calgary SPCA in 1982 and became a separate organization in 1985. PALS has two paid employees and is governed by a board of up to 15 directors. PALS is currently funded completely by private and corporate donations and by fundraising events such as raffles, casinos, and other fund raising activities. The PALS program is provided free to the clients and facilities we serve.

Over 450 volunteers and their four-legged pals form 75 teams of up to 10 people. These teams visit nearly 50 facilities including hospitals, nursing homes, a correctional centre, day programs, group homes, and other care facilities.

The recipients of our Pet Visitation Therapy Program (PVTP) are primarily persons whose response to other forms of therapy is non-existent, or to whom pet therapy would provide an alternative to other more common forms of therapy. Our clients are senior citizens, adults, and children and teenagers. 

PALS receives no government funding. Donations like yours are how we have remained a part of the fabric of Calgary for more than 40 years. Creating awareness by liking and following our socials. Do you have a socialized pet over 2 years old and want to help people in need? Volunteer with us and help make a difference in someone else's life.

- Donations
- Awareness
- Volunteering

Any one of these three ways helps to allow us to have our pets helping people!