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Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
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EVENTS & PARTNERSHIPS
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC is proud to support Pacific Assistance Dogs by raising awareness of their mission to empower individuals with disabilities. They also sponsored a PADS puppy litter, helping to provide the next generation of life-changing assistance dogs.
Paws In The Peaks
Tourism Sun Peaks and Paws in the Peaks are teaming up with PADS to support a future litter of life-changing assistance dogs. Learn more and join the effort to make a difference at the Paws in the Peaks event fall of 2026.
NEWS & STORIES
APPLICATIONS CLOSED: Abba
Abba is a sweet, cuddly young dog with a gentle heart and partial deafness who will thrive in a patient, loving home ready to guide her growth and celebrate her unique way of experiencing the world.
A Decade of Dedication in the Okanagan
This March, we’re celebrating 10 years of PADS in the Okanagan – from a simple idea with a lot of heart to a thriving community!
15 Years of Community – Josy & Bill’s Story
Josy and Bill have been much-valued members of the PADS Breeder Caretaker club for 15 years. Learn what inspired them to start and what motivates them to continue with this rewarding role, in their own words.
PADS is more than 90% volunteer-driven
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 is a fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International.


















