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 Nova
CLIENT BLOG: Read about how PADS hearing dog Nova is helping her client in more ways than one.
Meet Team Bagel
CLIENT BLOG: PADS Bagel has been putting her best paw forward in her new role as an Accredited Facility Dog with Manitoba Justice Victim Services.
PADS Volunteer Information Sessions
Join us for a PADS Volunteer Information Session, and learn how you can make an impact by volunteering with PADS.
EVENTS & PARTNERSHIPS
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC is proud to support Pacific Assistance Dogs by raising awareness of their mission to empower individuals with disabilities. The also sponsored a PADS puppy litter, helping to provide the next generation of life-changing assistance dogs.
Paws In The Peak
Sun Peaks Resort and Paws in the Peaks are teaming up with PADS to support a future litter of life-changing assistance dogs. Learn more and join the effort to make a difference at the Paws in the Peaks event fall of 2026.
Woof Dog Cleaning Sponges
Woof Dog Grooming Sponges are a dream come true for #DogsAgainstBaths. With these biodegrable and vet-developed sponges, just spritz and scrub. No rinsing required, and a portion of sales comes back to PADS.
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.
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