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
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.
Meet Team Shimmer
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Shimmer. In her own words, Shimmer’s client shares her gratitude for her service dog!
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!
Arthur | October 2025
Arthur’s adventures in Langley. My sitting adventure in Langley was fun. Every morning, we worked on cues and...
Casper | October 2025
Hi friends! October was a fun month! At the start of the month, I spent a lot of time being a very supportive study...
Captain | October 2025
Captain passed his Pre-Placement Testing! This is a huge accomplishment for him, and the last phase of his time in...
Zuby | October 2025
I left the nest and came to my Foster parents at 9 weeks on October 17. I say foster because they are helping to raise...