Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
OUR PROGRAMS
Service Dogs
Hearing Dogs
PTSD Service Dogs
Accredited Facility Dogs
VIP Dogs
NEWS & STORIES
Available for Adoption: Gamora
Sweet and spicy Gamora is ready for her next adventure!
Meet Team Aslan
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Aslan. Christopher shares how Aslan has brought comfort, connection, and countless smiles to Carson Graham Secondary. His calming presence supports students and staff alikeโproving every day just how powerful a dogโs love can be.
Meet Team Abra
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Abra. Our client shares how being paired with a hearing dog helped bring her confidence back.
our supporters
PADS is more than 90% volunteer-drivenย
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 isย 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!
Finian | April 2025
It has been a very busy and exciting time for me. I moved from the Okanagan to the lower mainland. I lived downtown for a little while and stayed with a very nice hooman. He took me out lots, and I walked on the Seawall and experienced true urban living. I also got to...
Reece | April 2025
Oh Reece, itโs been a Great 2 years training you & having you be part of our family. You always had a smile when we got home & that tail wagging so much. We wish you luck in your next stage - Advanced Training. Lots of Love & Hugs.Jen, Al & Sarah...