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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NEWS & STORIES
PADS Needs Volunteers To Help Give The Gift Of Independence This Christmas
PADS’ puppy-raisers play a pivotal role in matching as many dogs with clients as possible. Responsible for up to the first two years of a puppy-in-training’s career, being a puppy-raiser is one of the most fulfilling ways to make a difference in someone else’s life.
Sara’s Story
Gone are the days I can just head out the door on a whim. By the time I’m ready to leave, I’m already mentally and physically drained. I’m happiest when I’m in my manual chair, rather than my cumbersome power chair, but I don’t have the strength except for with short distance on level areas.
2016 Newsletter
Catch up on the life-changing work of PADS Dogs, puppies-in-training, and volunteers over the past year.
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!
Gadget | June 2025
Gadget had a very quiet month of June. In early June, at just 11 months, she experienced her second heat cycle. This...
Mushu | June 2025
It’s summer, and the sunny weather means we’re getting out and finding swimming holes and festivals and practicing all...
Bowden | June 2025
Bowden continues to be the best boy and an amazing student! He has been working on touch, chin and lateral movement to...
Billie II | June 2025
Billie has been busy getting out and about to socialize, work on cues, and experience different environments. Billie...