Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Global TV: Saturday Sips: Puppies and sips for everyone
Jennifer Palma gets a chance to meet two hard-working assistance dogs, and the founder of BC Distilled, and learns how the public can help PADS flourish.
CTV Morning Live Vancouver
CTV’s St John Alexander meets the Exclamation Litter and learns about what it takes to be a PADS Breeder Caretaker.
GET READY FOR TAX TIME
Sick and tired of having to sort out the trash at the depot? Want to help PADS in a fun and unique way? Well do we have the opportunity for you!
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!
Elli | June 2025
This was my 1st month with my new family since I left my litter. I live with 2 teenagers and another dog, and a cat. I went to the high school for a recognition ceremony and also got to see all the Grads dressed up at our house. I attended a graduation party and a...
Rosa | June 2025
After careful consideration, Rosa has been released from Advanced Training. Rosa is an enthusiastic, sweet, and thoughtful girl. She has shown that she loves to spend time with her people and loves to cuddle and get pets whenever she gets the chance. She also loves...