Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Celebrating Community in the Okanagan
Members of our management team visited our Okanagan Region recently and enjoyed the warm hospitality of our amazing community there.
Client Care Manager | Position Filled
We are seeking someone to fill the role of Client Care Manager, helping us fulfill our mission of providing assistance dogs to our waiting clients.
MEET THE A&W LITTER
Meet the A&W Canada puppies, named after members of the iconic A&W burger family, spokesperson, and mascot, these adorable puppies are set to bring joy and hope to many lives.
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 | July 2025
Bowden had a busy month filled with training at the training centre and various field trips. He continues to learn the...
Astro II | July 2025
Hello friends! I had some good times this month! We went on lots of long walks early in the morning before it got too...
Brava | July 2025
This month, I passed my PAT!! My raiser is soooo proud of me! I had a lot of practice before the test, but all of my...
Kiyoko | July 2025
Kiyoko turned 10 months, and there are still no signs of her going into heat, phew, so let the adventures continue!...