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!
Piper IV | August 2025
Piper had an amazing month. She travelled to Yukon for the Paws on the Green Golf Tournament with other PADS. She went...
Rita | August 2025
It's the end of summer! I had such a blast this month, enjoying the free time and nice weather before university...
Lumina | August 2025
Well, I am still with my raisers. When most of the other pups around my age have moved on, I am still enjoying life...
Dusky | August 2025
Dusky has been spending some relaxing time with a sitter. Going to parks, coffee shops, and stores. She enjoys running...