Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
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...
Sare & Fraser
"Fraser has been a member of the Department of Psychology at BC Children’s Hospital for more than two-and-a-half years. He works with the medical psychologists in the hospital, caring for children with a variety of health issues (mostly children with epilepsy or...
Carol Ann & Basil
"In 1987, I was on a bus in Toronto. Looking out the window, I saw a woman in a wheelchair with a black lab. My first reaction (which was not to be corrected for several years!) was ... “Look at that poor woman. She’s in a wheelchair and blind ... but...
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!
Groot | May 2025
PADS Groot has had an amazing couple of months! He’s soaked up tons of cuddles, enjoyed scenic trail walks, and even spent a few days with the Advanced Crew. During that time, he practiced settling and staying calm while his main handler worked with other dogs — and...
Baldwin | May 2025
Baldwin had a nice, chill month. He is still working on his suspicion barking, and part of his training plan for this is a lot of off-leash trail walks and a lot of yummy enrichment, like frozen kongs, so Baldwin thinks that is a pretty sweet deal. Baldwin spent a lot...