Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Meet Team Link II
CLIENT BLOG: Read all about how Link’s positive attitude and happy tail are making an incredible impact to the children he meets.
Meet Team Asti
CLIENT BLOG: Every day is ‘take your dog to work day’ for Team Asti!
Community Development Event and Volunteer Coordinator | Applications Closed
We are seeking someone to fill the role of Community Development Event & Volunteer Coordinator, helping us fulfill our mission of providing assistance dogs to our waiting clients.
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!
Captain | July 2025
Captain continued to focus on prepping for his Pre-Placement Testing to be done next month. He really enjoys going on field trips and practicing his skills. He is particularly enthusiastic about his interrupter behaviours! Captain did his best to stay cool in the...
Nevada | July 2025
Nevada worked hard to prepare for his Pre-Placement Testing scheduled next month. He has been getting more enthusiastic and persistent in his interrupter behaviours. Nevada has been working on his stamina during longer field trips. He is definitely a slower-paced dog...