Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
CTV News: Pickleball tournament to support PADS
Outlet: CTV News Date: September 20, 2023 Host: Mi-Jung Lee Author: Peter Bremner
Meet the adorable working animals of UBC: From fierce mousers to guiding paws
Outlet: UBC News Date: September 19, 2023 Author: Lui Xia Lee
Global TV: The healing power of PADS dogs
Outlet: Global New Date: September 16, 2023 Host: Jennifer Palma
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!
Mozza | July 2025
Well, Mozza has hit her first birthday! She met up on the 26th of July with 4 other pups from her A&W litter at...
Cynder | July 2025
Cynder learned how to swim! Her wonderful sitter took her to the lake, where she got used to the water and swam....
Spyro | July 2025
Hard to believe that this precious pup is almost one year old! Spyro is a true delight. He is a happy puppy eager to...
Nova III | July 2025
This month, Noble Nova III continues to shine as she embarks on her new career as a Hearing Dog! Nova headed into team...