Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
OUR PROGRAMS
Service Dogs
Hearing Dogs
PTSD Service Dogs
Accredited Facility Dogs
VIP Dogs
NEWS & STORIES
PADS Audited Financial Statements | 2014
The 2014 Audited Financial Statements were prepared by: Kemp Harvey Group, Chartered Professional Accountants.
Lisa & Rowan
"As a PADS Accredited Facility Dog (AFD) dog, Rowan’s job is unique and invaluable. Together, Rowan and I work directly with clients of all ages and with various disabilities using Animal Assisted Therapy. As a registered nurse, I will plan out the interactions...
Clayton & Ember
“My PADS’ dog Ember and I were matched as a team in the summer of 2010. Since then she has been a wonderful addition to all aspects of my life, especially with my last year in high school. When I drop an object on the floor or need to open a door, Ember can assist me...
our supporters
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.
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!
Falkor | April 2025
Hi, Everyone! They say March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. Well, that was April for me! I hit a few rough patches early on (tummy trouble & growing pains, ouch), but (happy to report) things smoothed out nicely - just in time for the Easter...
Furrow | April 2025
Furrow and I had a fantastic April. He is 13 months old and weighs 62 pounds, and is a very happy dog. We are sure enjoying the longer days and warmer weather and watching all the spring flowers come alive. Furrow enjoys investigating all the new spring smells that...