Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
30 Stories for 30 Years β Nola
One day, on the way to cuddling, I stopped at the hospital to visit my beloved uncle. While I was there, the Doctor advised my uncle that his cancer was terminal. After crying my heart out I continued to puppy cuddle. When I stepped into little Quakerβs kennel he sat there staring intently into my face, then when I sat down with him he licked a tear off my face then pressed hard against my body as he slid into my lap. He continued looking into my eyes and I believe he could feel my pain and was saying βIβm here for youβ.
30 Stories for 30 Years β Donna & Kane
Kane has not only assisted countless victims of crime and tragedy in our community for the Moose Jaw Police Service and the Moose Jaw RCMP, but he has provided an extra something special for our police service without any judgement or hesitation.
30 Stories for 30 Years β Nicole & Leroy
For me, it was a chance to meet someone who was volunteering their time raising a puppy, knowing they would be giving it up to help someone.
our supporters
PADS is more than 90% volunteer-drivenΒ
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 isΒ 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!
Hunter II | May 2025
This month was so much fun. I went camping for the first time since I was 2 months old. There were so many new smells and animals and a huge area where I could run and play with other dogs. I also worked hard in class and am getting better and better at maintaining my...
Drax | May 2025
I had the joy of meeting PADS Drax at the beginning of May and becoming his sitter for the month β lucky me! Over the past three weeks, we found our groove. From attending Grad to exploring the Lower Mainland, every day was an adventure. Drax was treated to 2 new toys...