Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Meet Team Quiche
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Quiche. Quiche’s partner shares how this dog’s presence is having a profound impact on every student she meets.
Meet Team Aslan
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Aslan. Christopher shares how Aslan has brought comfort, connection, and countless smiles to Carson Graham Secondary. His calming presence supports students and staff alike—proving every day just how powerful a dog’s love can be.
Meet Team Abra
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Abra. Our client shares how being paired with a hearing dog helped bring her confidence back.
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!
Fendie | September 2025
September was a busy month for me. I went to athletic parks, out for lunch at a restaurant, and explored new stores. ...
Elli | September 2025
Elli is a fast learner and loves to work. Elli is doing great in public and at the office. We are working on...
Milos | September 2025
Milos enjoyed picnics with friends, paddleboarding and lots of hikes. He is a pretty good shopper, but tends to get a...
Jonsie | September 2025
With a roller coaster August, upset tummies, food changes, and lots of laundry, September has been amazing. Jonsie was...