“Be the change you wish to see in the world.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
At the heart of Ruby’s Kindness Club is a simple belief: small acts of kindness can change the world. Whether it’s donating to a food pantry, holding a door for someone, helping without being asked, or supporting organizations that make a difference, we believe generosity has a ripple effect.
One organization that has profoundly shaped Ruby’s life is PawPADs, the nonprofit that trained her service dog, Charlie. The support and independence Charlie has brought to Ruby is something we will always be grateful for, and giving back to PawPADs is one way we hope to help future service dog teams experience that same gift.
About Pawsitive Perspective Assistance Dogs (PawPADs)
At Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs (PawPADs), we believe a dog’s presence changes everything.
It’s more than companionship — it’s confidence, independence, and connection. It’s the moment someone realizes they’re not alone, that they have a partner who can make their life easier.
Our vision is simple but powerful: a world where the human–canine bond helps people lead more independent, self-reliant, and fulfilling lives. Every dog we train carries that vision forward, becoming a bridge between limitation and possibility. And along the way, they teach everyone who helps raise or train them — students, volunteers, and trainers — what empathy, teamwork, and trust truly mean.
We’re guided by values that shape every part of what we do: respect for people and animals, honesty and fairness, accountability and innovation.
We believe in doing good work with good energy — balancing professionalism with humor, and transparency with heart. And we know that every voice matters — from our participants and partners to our donors and community supporters.
Ruby + Charlie
In 2020, Ruby was blessed to welcome her amazing service dog, Charlie, into her life. Charlie is a golden retriever/labrador mix who was trained by Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs (PawPADs) in Minnesota.
Charlie knows 80 different cues and assists Ruby by opening accessible doors, tapping elevator buttons, turning light switches on and off, and retrieving items that she drops and cannot locate herself due to her vision impairment. He can even pick up a napkin, throw it away in the garbage and push the garbage door shut all by himself. Charlie also provides emotional support to Ruby during stressful medical appointments by giving her deep pressure stimulation, a cue called, “squish.” He has been the best addition to her life.
