Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
New BC Guide Dog & Service Dog Act takes effect
The new BC Guide & Service Dog Act takes effect today. Learn more about how these changes will help guide and service dog users throughout the province.
MARY-JO & JOLIE
“This amazing dog, Jolie, saved me last night. In the world of Quadriplegia is a condition known as ‘Autonomic Disreflexia’ it is an adaptive warning system for those who cant feel normally, when something is wrong – or the body is trying to get your attention due to pain/discomfort/or a problem.
DAVE & JASPER
“Around the age of 30 I was diagnosed with an adult onset type of Muscular Dystrophy. This condition eventually led to me needing this power chair I now sit in, as well as increased need for support from friends and family. When I heard about PADS on the news my...
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!
Bowden | April 2025
April continued to be a busy month for me. We spent an afternoon at PetFest with some of my PADS friends. I got to...
Myra | April 2025
April sure was a busy month! We have enjoyed many days of beautiful spring weather for lots of outdoor time. Myra...
Finian | April 2025
It has been a very busy and exciting time for me. I moved from the Okanagan to the lower mainland. I lived downtown...
Reece | April 2025
Oh Reece, it’s been a Great 2 years training you & having you be part of our family. You always had a smile when...