Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
SUPPORT 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.
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!
Andie | October 2025
This has been my first autumn and it has been full of great experiences! ~ BC Lions games~ puppy classes~ mum's hair...
Gem II | October 2025
I kicked off the month of October by going out for dim sum to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, where I...
Kiyoko | October 2025
Since Kiyoko was still in heat the first half of the month, she was not allowed in public yet with her cape, so she...
Riff | October 2025
Hey Everyone! My name is Riff, and I went to my puppy raisers this month! I have started going to high school every...
























