Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
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!
Samwise the Stouthearted
Named after the iconic character in J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, PADS Samwise was always fated to be someone’s loyal companion.
PADS In Bloom: Hanging Basket Fundraiser
Support life-changing dogs by ordering beautiful spring hanging baskets. Available in both sun and shade!
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!
Poppy III | August 2025
Poppy spent most of the month off-site due to a turn-in for new friends and scheduled team trainings. While on-site,...
Buzz | August 2025
Buzz has settled into a calm and gentle soul who loves his person. He no longer needs to bark for attention and can...
Bazinga | August 2025
Training Breakthrough! After visiting many Tim Hortons across the province, I finally found one where I was...
Casey | August 2025
Casey has enjoyed many outings this month to public places, including the dental office, health clinic, Lifelabs,...