Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
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...
Entrekin family & Sienna
"I can't thank PADS enough for allowing Sienna to join our family. As a single parent of three children, two of whom have special needs, having a VIP dog has been more than a blessing. Sienna joined our family last December, after being on the wait list for just...
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...