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 Pepa
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Pepa. In her own words, Stephanie shares a touching and inspiring glimpse into the transformative bond she has formed with PADS Pepa.
How to Help PADS During the Postal Strike
Help PADS spread our Holiday message during the postal strike!
Building Resilience and Community
PADS Partners with Brooks Secondary School’s CALM Program in Powell River, BC.
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!
Valentino | September 2025
Valentino is taking a bit more time to settle into the routine of advanced training. He can be a little shy when...
Chet | September 2025
Well, what a September I had. The weather was great, and I spent a ton of time outside. I also got to go on an...
Billie II | September 2025
Billie has had a busy September. She has experienced many outings and sitter opportunities, including time in an...
Bowden | September 2025
Bowden has been hard at work this month building on his foundation and learning some exciting new skills. He’s been...