Introducing the PADS Whitecaps Litter!
PADS and the Vancouver Whitecaps are excited to partner together to raise a litter of future life-changing assistance dogs - and you can join the team!ย
Burnaby Puppy Days: Learn More About Volunteering
“Puppy Day” is a chance to learn more about volunteering at PADS. You’ll also get to meet some of our amazing volunteers and dogs in training!
PADS In Bloom: Hanging Basket Fundraiser
Support life-changing dogs by ordering beautiful spring hanging baskets. Available in both sun and shade!
NEWS & STORIES
Meet Team Smore
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Smore. In his own words, Smore’s partner tells how AFD Smore is making a positive impact in his role as ‘Chief Happiness Officer’ at Rochester Elementary School.
Burnaby Puppy Days: Learn More About Volunteering
“Puppy Day” is a chance to learn more about volunteering at PADS. You’ll also get to meet some of our amazing volunteers and dogs in training!
Meet Team Radar II
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Radar II. In his own words, Radar’s partner tells how Radar is making an impact in his role as an Accredited Facility Dog at St Michaels University School, and as a loved member of his partner’s family.
our supporters
PADS is more than 90% volunteer-drivenย
We thrive off the passion of the people who have decided to join the PADS Family.
PADS currently runs volunteer programs in the BC Lower Mainland & Okanagan as well as in Calgary, AB., and isย a fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International.
pupdates
FOLLOW OUR ADVENTURES
Our pups are always adventuring. Follow along each month to see what they’re up to and how they are doing!
Sprinter | March 2025
Our spirited Sprinter has chosen her job! Congratulations, Sprinter and all of the members of your village who helped you on your journey to becoming a life-changing service dog. Breeder Caretakers: Dorothy & Kevin Root Puppy Raisers: Kris Papps and Maggie Lee...
Gem II | February 2025
In February, I continued to have some new experiences and build on old ones. I accompanied my raisers to two nice restaurants, where all the staff and other diners were very impressed with my manners. One spot even offered my raisers a special contact for future...