Autism Dog Services

02/17/2025

Our offices are closed today. Enjoy family day.

02/15/2025

Thank you Global Pet Foods Brantford for choosing ADS as your charity of choice for your 2025 "Show Us Your Heart" campaign until Feb 26. Come on by and visit, donate and say hi to manager Sandy and staff! ADS puppy raisers and service dogs in training will be making a special appearance on Sat. Feb 22nd from 10-2 pm. Come on by...we would love to see you!

02/14/2025

The future is so bright that you gotta wear shades! Happy PAW-lentine Day to all of our supporters like you. It makes us love what we do. Enjoy your special day!

02/13/2025

"It takes a special "breed" of staff to work in the non-profit charitable sector and I am so proud and thankful for the team at ADS. Many if not all wear multiple hats overseeing multiple tasks and projects at the same time. There are busy days and busier days and in our case dealing with live animals means a 365, 24/7 commitment to the cause. Non-profit work is unknown in regards to our sustainability as we are 100% relying on the generousity of others: the donors, the volunteers and supportive partners. ADS operates with no government funding. So, committing to a charitable organization comes with a lot of unknowns but this team is thanked for their passion, drive, advocacy, dedication and commitment to Autism Dog Services Inc."
Vicky Spadoni ADS Executive Director

Pictured: back row left to right- Volunteer and Adoptions Manager & Advanced Training Manager Janine with North, ADS Executive Director Vicky, Bookkeeper Sandy, Fund Development Manager Adele, Puppy Program Manager Dianne. Front row, from left to right- ADS Ambassador Henry, Puppy Raiser Coordinator Vicki with service Dog in training Vert, Director of Client Services & Puppy Class Instructor Allison and Advanced Trainer & Puppy Class Instructor Julia and service dog in training Lucky.

02/12/2025

Congratulations to ADS Lui for finding his perfect career!

Now an ADS Companion Dog, Lui plays an important role in providing much needed love, friendship and calming presence to his family - a household with 4 kids for Lui to share the love!

Thank you to Lui's village who helped to guide him towards this amazing role! Many thanks to all of his puppy raisers, his sponsor and breeder.


To sign up for puppy raising please visit www.autismdogservices.ca

02/12/2025

"Nonprofit Appreciation Week is a celebration of our invisible champions – the professionals who work in charitable and nonprofit organizations across our province. It was created with all-party support by the Government of Ontario to recognize the heroic work of a sector that often goes unnoticed. Nonprofit Appreciation Week recognizes the dedication, passion, and ingenuity of nonprofit professionals and their life-changing impact on individuals, families, and communities". Non Profit Network

Help ADS to continue to change lives of individuals with autism! https://autismdogservices.ca/donate-now/

02/10/2025

SPECIAL APPEARANCE ANNOUNCEMENT! We are excited to add doggie mascot SKYE to the 2nd Annual Easter Eggs-travaganza! Along with Skye, the Easter Bunny will be joining us again for the day! Circle Saturday April 12/25 from 10 to 1 at the Ancaster Optimist Club 237 Manitou Way Ancaster. This dog and family friendly event will be filled with an exciting egg-hunt, kids games, kids crafts, refreshments and so much more! Entry fee: cash or debit donation to ADS. For more info, please reach out to Adele at 519-774-0267 or at [email protected]

02/07/2025

HOT OFF THE PRESS...enjoy our inaugural monthly newsletter "Wagging Tales". Each month we will feature a family and their ADS service dog. Thank you to Ethan, mom Catharine and Weston for sharing your journey! Your donation helps us, help those like Ethan! Follow the link to https://www.autismdogservices.ca/donate-now/

02/07/2025

ADS is thrilled to be the charity of choice for the Global Pets Brantford "Show Us your Heart February Campaign". Visit Global Pets Brantford location and donate to their campaign from Feb 6-26. All donations will be matched by Global Pets Head Office. There will be a special appearance of puppy raisers and service dogs in training on SAT. FEB 22 from 10-2pm. Come on in because every dollar makes a difference!

02/06/2025

Congratulations to ADS Maya for finding her perfect career!

Now an ADS Companion Dog, Maya plays an important role in providing much needed love, friendship and calming presence to her boy!

Thank you to Maya's village who helped to guide her towards this amazing role!

02/06/2025

Thank you to Julia Hartless for representing ADS today with ADS Hartley and ADS Lucky at this cheque presentation from

A very generous donation of $2,000 was presented in support of the mission of ADS. Thank you so very much for including us in your community giving.

Pictured (left to right): HPA member Derek, HPA President Jaimi, HPA member Hope, ADS staff Julia. Dogs included: ADS Lucky and ADS Hartley

02/05/2025

Please join ADS in congratulating ADS Jasper on his recent certification as a Facility Dog stationed at in Paris, ON. This facility offers day programming six days a week to neurodiverse guests. Jasper provides so much to so many!

Big thanks and appreciation go out to his puppy raisers Kent and Wanda C and to his finishing raiser Ella S. Phenomenal job!

Jasper carries his name proudly as his breeder is Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society

Thanks to his advanced trainer Janine who continued to advocate for him until a perfect facility was found for this working boy.

It takes a village and this placement is a result of just that!

Jasper you make ADS proud and continue being you buddy!

02/05/2025

ADS Fundraising Committee member Chelsea was born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, where she developed a deep appreciation for her community. She now teaches a Grade 3 classroom with the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board. In her role as an educator, Chelsea works closely with students of diverse abilities, including many with autism, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

An avid animal lover, Chelsea shares her days with her beloved Australian Shepherd, Benny. Her passion for dogs extends beyond companionship; she believes in their transformative power, particularly in supporting individuals with autism. Chelsea is excited to bring her dedication, experience, and love for animals to her volunteer work, making a positive impact in the lives of others.

ADS is excited to have Chelsea on our fundraising committee and we appreciate her expertise, support and time!

02/03/2025

02/03/2025

Thank you to BScene for posting our latest press release!

Autism Dog Services Tails are Wagging on their 18th Business Birthday!

Submitted Media Release

Autism Dog Services Inc., situated in Brantford, are proudly wagging our tails in celebration of our 18th business birthday in 2025”, says ADS Fund Development Manager Adele Alfano.

Executive Director Vicky Spadoni said, “I can only speak for the past nine years since becoming involved with ADS. The organization has captured my heart, my passion and my respect.” Bravo and thanks to the long term staff and volunteers who share in the passion for ADS. Thank you to staff that all wear multiple hats in their positions and go the extra mile for the charity. The committed volunteers who are an integral part of this organization. Our thanks can’t be shared enough. The phenomenal donors/funders that keep our service dog program sustainable and help us, help individuals with autism! ADS is very grateful and it is now time for a “pupcake” to mark the birthday celebration!”

As with any birthday, we have reflected on our past 18 years and proudly embrace our “small but mighty” motto. This past year, we have celebrated milestones such as our in-house breeding program, grant support from the Brantford Community Foundation, partnerships with corporations, Bay St. Barks initiative, retail paw print campaigns, a successful 2nd Annual Howl-o-Ween Pawty, our 9th annual online charity auction and the launch of our inaugural first Easter Eggs-travaganza. All this would not be possible without the robust and active dedicated fundraising committee, graduate families, waitlist families, Board of Directors and all volunteers.

In the spirit of celebration, ADS is encouraging everyone to donate and help us celebrate more milestones in our organization in 2025. Contributions will help us to continue to place service dogs to individuals with autism and other related developmental disorders. Help us commemorate this milestone year and reach out to us with your own fundraising initiatives.

Online donations can be made through the website (www.autismdogservices.ca) For more information on Autism Dog Services in general please visit the website or call 519-722-2685.

02/01/2025

Proud to go down in the history books as first charity chosen for this group! ❤️

01/29/2025

Where will you be on Saturday April 12th? We are hoping you will join us for our 2nd Annual ADS Easter Eggs-travaganza! Save the date, gather up your family and friends and come out to a day of fun!!!