Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
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.
THANK YOU NORTH BURNABY LEGION #148
We would like to thank the North Burnaby Royal Canadian Legion (Branch #148) for their generous donation of $7,500 from their Poppy Fund in support of PADS Program.
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!
Allen | August 2025
Hi, Allen fans! Sorry, my Pupdate is late, but I just got back from a camping trip with my moms (more about that next...
Coola | August 2025
Coola has had a great month with the start-up of Kindergarten at the end of August! Coola is doing very well at...
Meadow II | August 2025
Hi! I've had a great August, from wrestling gators to running in the ocean. We've spent lots of time at the cabin,...
Valentino | August 2025
We are thrilled to introduce Valentino to our Calgary Advanced Training Crew! Tino is a fun-loving, goofy guy who...