Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Karen & Ranger
"Aardvark, inflation and guitar", three simple words Ron Tymrick, PADS Director of Client Services, asked me to remember during my interview with PADS over 11 years ago. These three words he told me he would ask me at anytime to see if I could recall them. Well Ron, I...
Georgina & Duncan
"It has been almost 6 years since I was teamed with Duncan, an enthusiastic black lab with a passion for retrieving objects of all shapes and sizes. Trained with funding from supporters, like you, it is with this extraordinary dog that I lead an “ordinary” life! I am...
Sarah & Leo
"I was born with Cerebral Palsy and I use an electric wheelchair to get around. Before Leo came along I would always get frustrated when dropping something, or trying to get through a doorway, or reaching an automatic button. With Leo I feel safe and secure when out...
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!
Toast | March 2025
This month, we are thrilled to announce that the kind-hearted Toast has officially become an Accredited Facility Dog! We couldn't be prouder as he begins this exciting new adventure. We look forward to hearing all about his journey. Congratulations to everyone in...
Rimbey | March 2025
We drove to Sedona, AZ, in March, and stayed until the first week of April. Rimbey enjoyed the road trip--three days of driving and 2 days in different hotels. On our last day, we drove through Kanab, Utah, where we discovered Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, the...
Astro II | March 2025
Today I would like to tell you about all of the interesting places I have napped in the last month. I had a nap at the theatre. It was a murder mystery and there were gunshots and everything. Snore. I had a nap at the ballet, though I did enjoy watching the Wizard (of...
Tetris | March 2025
Tetris starts her next chapter today, moving on to advanced training in Calgary. You’ve got this, sweet girl! Submitted by: Lynne M.