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
Vancouver Pet Lover Show to benefit PADS
Come join us this Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th at the Pet Lovers’ show in benefit of PADS! Attend interactive and informative seminars by veterinarians and top professionals. Have your family dog try the Dog Lovers Days agility course - the only lure course ever...
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.
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 | 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...
Milos | June 2025
Milos had a very fun June. He learned to paddleboard and swim. He took to both very easily. He jumps right on the...
Mozza | June 2025
Mozza has been a busy girl this summer! She greatly enjoys visiting our local water park to cool off on the hot days....