Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
ACCESSABILITY WEEK
PADS is partnering with Lime on an initiative to keep sidewalks clear for all pedestrians, especially those with mobility challenges or low vision.
CTV: Meet Thorin the dog, the newest Yukon EMS employee
Thorin the dog is the newest employee with Yukon’s EMS.
CTV: Calgary PADS Puppies
Host of CTV Calgary Shaun Frenette shares news about PADS latest litter of puppies.
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!
Indy | July 2025
After careful consideration, we have decided to release Indy from Advanced Training. Indy decided she would be a more...
Marsh II | July 2025
Marsh has been focusing on developing his mobility skills this month, and we’re seeing some lovely progress. We're...
Drax | July 2025
This month, Drax focused on building his strength and fitness to support the physical demands of a future mobility...
Piper IV | July 2025
Piper has been polishing her advanced skills this month and continuing to grow in confidence and consistency in the...