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 The BC Bird Litter
Join us on Tuesday, May 16th at 1:00 PM PDT for Tune-In-Tuesday featuring one of our newest litter of puppies, the BC Bird Litter!
Meet Alex
Join us Tuesday, May 2nd at 1:00 PM PDT for Tune-In-Tuesday to chat with Alex Hamer-the man behind the BC Distilled event!
Development Coordinator | Position Filled
PADS is hiring for a newly created position of Fundraising Coordinator. This is a full-time position, based in Calgary, Alberta.
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!
Marsh II | June 2025
Marsh is doing wonderfully as he learns new mobility skills. His naturally calm demeanour and sweet, loving...
Rufous | June 2025
Rufous has been making incredible progress with his sound work training! He’s picking up the foundational skills at...
Thunder | June 2025
Thunder has been working on developing good manners when playing with other dogs and learning to reduce alert barking...
Nova III | June 2025
This month, Nova has been working on her pre-placement testing and sound skills. She participated in a field trip to...