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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Building Resilience and Community
PADS Partners with Brooks Secondary School’s CALM Program in Powell River, BC.
Meet Team Loki II
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Loki II. In her own words, Alysen shares how Loki is a ray of sunshine when everyone needed something positive.
Meet Team Lady
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Lady II. In their own words, Dez shares that Lady’s impact on their life has been transformative.
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!
Fiddle | September 2025
This month, Fiddle continues her journey as an Accredited Facility Dog. She adores meeting people and makes everyone...
Toad | September 2025
This month, Toad continues to progress with his mobility skills. He is also working on his dog and people distraction,...
Buddy II | September 2025
Hi everypawty! I’m feeling so much better after my procedure—my hoomans say I’m back to my silly, tail-waggin’ self...
Tay | September 2025
This month, Tay continues her journey as a Hearing Dog. She loves sounds and is very eager to learn and do her best....