Parachutes for Pets

A huge thank you to the amazing team from Stantec for spending the day with us at our Calgary Advocacy Center! 🐾

Their group jumped right in to help with cleaning, organizing, sorting, and tackling projects that make a huge difference behind the scenes.

Of course, there was also plenty of dog love, tail wags, and furry supervision throughout the day. 🐶💙

We are so grateful for your time, energy, and willingness to give back. Thank you for helping us keep our programs running smoothly and making a meaningful impact for the families we serve.

Interested in volunteering with your workplace, team, or community group? We’d love to hear from you! Reach out to us at [email protected].

The socialization window doesn't wait. Neither do we.

Puppies have a critical period for learning to feel safe in the world and it goes by fast. That's why we offer free socialization classes. And this summer, we're doubling down - now twice a week, all summer long.

We're Calgary's puppy experts. We have programs for every stage of development and we don't want any pup to miss the start they deserve. So we're removing the barrier entirely.

No catch. Just our commitment to puppies.

All we ask: register in advance and make sure your pup has their first round of vaccinations. That's it.

We also gratefully accept donations for Parachutes for Pets forpets - monetary or new/gently used pet items. 🐾

Spots fill fast. Set up an account to register at https://bit.ly/4e95qF4

This sweet soul was tied to our door and left behind.

And heartbreakingly, she is not alone.

We are seeing a rising number of pets being abandoned, surrendered, or arriving underweight because families are struggling more than ever before. Rising costs, housing insecurity, transportation barriers, and financial hardship are pushing many people to impossible situations.

That’s exactly why our No Empty Bowls campaign exists.

At Parachutes for Pets, we believe no family should have to choose between feeding themselves and feeding their pet. Through our pet food bank programs and new mobile pet food bank initiatives, we are working to bring support directly into communities, helping remove barriers like transportation and mobility challenges so pet food becomes more accessible to those who need it most.

Because keeping bowls full helps keep families together.

If you would like to see a mobile pet food bank in your community, please email [email protected].

Want to be part of the solution? (links in bio)

🐾 Purchase No Empty Bowls merchandise https://www.parachutesforpetsyeg.com/noemptybowls

🐾 Donate to support our pet food bank programs
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/parachutes-for-pets/

🐾 Share this post to help spread awareness

Together, we can make sure no bowl, and no family, is left empty. ❤️

We need your help, Calgary. We couldn’t say no to the many pets and families in crisis this week - some of the faces are in this post ❤️ we also couldn't afford to say yes.

Parachutes for Pets is currently down 40% in donations compared to last year, and like many nonprofits right now, we are feeling it.

🚨 In an effort to raise some much needed funds - we are having a BIG CLEARANCE + LIQUIDATION SALE THIS SATURDAY 🚨

🛍 SATURDAY | 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 4089 Ogden Road SE, Calgary

We’ve had some incredible donations come in and there is SO much available, including:

🐾 Pet supplies
🛋 Furniture
👕 Clothing + high-end brands (including Alo)
🧸 Kids items
🏠 Household goods
…and so much more.

Every purchase helps support families and pets who rely on us during crisis situations.

If you’ve ever wanted to support PFP, this weekend is a great way to do it while finding some amazing deals.

And if you can’t make it but would still like to help us keep going, donations are deeply appreciated right now. ❤️

🔗 Link in bio

parachutes-for-pets | CharityProfile | Donate Online https://share.google/eO99QCfGRr6EzHuX4

Please share this post, tag a friend, and come shop local for a cause that truly needs community support right now.

Huge shoutout to Sammy for choosing Parachutes for Pets for his Grade 6 Take Action Project

Sammy created an amazing presentation and fundraiser to help support pets and people in our community, and we are so grateful for all the time, effort, and heart he put into it.

Today, we were so happy to welcome Sammy and his mom to our Advocacy Centre for a behind-the-scenes tour of the facility, where they got to learn more about our programs and meet some of our program dogs! 🐶

Because of compassionate young people like Sammy, we’re able to continue supporting families through our pet food bank, safekeeping program, and community initiatives.

Thank you, Sammy, for making a difference for both pets and people in our community, we’re so proud of you! 💛

Thank you to everyone who shared, donated, and showed support for Polar. ❤️

He has received urgent veterinary attention and is getting the care and support he needs.

We are incredibly grateful to our community for always coming together to support pets in crisis and help ensure they are safe and cared for.

Happy National Dog Mom Day to all the amazing dog moms out there 🐾💛

At Parachutes for Pets, we see every day just how strong the bond between people and their pets can be, and today we’re celebrating some of the incredible women on our team and the dogs lucky enough to call them mom 🐶✨

Whether your dog is your adventure buddy, your couch companion, your emotional support, or your shadow that follows you room to room, today is for you.

Give your pups an extra cuddle from us today!

Some days, Paws for Mental Health looks like a big classroom or community event.

And some days, it looks like sitting in a garden for two quiet hours with our program dogs, fresh air, and kids who just need a moment to breathe.

Today, Blanche and Goldie spent the afternoon at a youth shelter in Edmonton, soaking up cuddles, playing outside, and simply being present. No big agenda. No pressure. Just connection, comfort, and a safe space to exist exactly as you are.

These visits matter more than we can put into words. For many youth, moments of calm, trust, and unconditional love can be incredibly powerful. The impact extends to staff as well, who spend so much of their time supporting others. Having the opportunity to slow down, connect, and share quiet moments with the dogs can offer comfort and care to them, too.

Programs like this are only possible because of sponsorships and community support. We often wish we could share more photos and videos from visits like these, because seeing the impact helps people understand why this work is so important. But many of the spaces we visit support vulnerable youth and families, which means privacy and safety always come first.

So while we can’t always show you every moment, please know they matter deeply 🐾

Thank you to everyone who helps make these visits possible for youth in our communities.

If you'd like to support Paws for Mental Health:

🐾 Sponsor a youth or senior to attend a class in-centre ($25.00)

🐾 Sponsor a mobile visit where we bring the dogs + activities directly to schools, seniors’ homes, and community spaces ($50.00)

🐾 Donate supplies - we’re always in need of art materials like paint, brushes, paper, cardstock, glitter, scissors & more

🐾 Shop our Amazon wishlist or drop off new/gently used supplies at our Parachutes for Pets Advocacy Centres

you can donate online at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/145755?mc_cid=f2d0b351dd&mc_eid=adf5dbdf2a (link in bio)

find our amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/AM6J91F0LRHH/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex (link in bio)

Join us for a Paws for Mental Health Mother’s Day event - filled with creativity and connection 💐

Kids will get to create something special for Mom, while moms can craft, relax, and soak up all the love (and dog kisses 🐶).

We know that celebrating days like this isn’t always accessible for everyone, and we believe it should be. This is a no-barrier event, where all are welcome to come as they are. Donations are appreciated (recommended $20), but never required, and no one will be turned away for financial reasons.

Because everyone deserves a space to feel supported, connected, and cared for 🩷🌸

Reserve your spot:
https://www.parachutesforpets.com/book-online