Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Instructor’s Assistant | Accepting Applications
The Instructor’s Assistant cares for dogs in training and the areas they use at PADS’ facilities.
In loving memory of Nancy Kemble
It's with immense sorrow that we share that Nancy Kemble, a beloved member of our PADS family, lost her valiant battle with Cancer on Friday, November 11, 2022. Nancy has worn many hats at PADS - board member, board Chair, volunteer, donor, advocate and tireless...
Meet Hugo + Toast
Join us Tuesday, October 25th at 1:00 PM PDT when speak with Karlissa and Kenedi of Hugo + Toast, our new Corporate Sponsors.
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!
Tzar | June 2025
Tzar spent the first two weeks of June with his sitter, and then he was neutered when we got home from our trip, so...
Casper | June 2025
Hi friends! In June, I enjoyed some outings with my raiser. I love to work, and I'm a super good boy in public. I've...
Zuko | June 2025
Zuko had a visit to Whistler this month. He tried riding the gondola to the top of the mountain. He was very calm, and...
Dior | June 2025
Dior's first week of June was her last of 4 weeks with sitters in the Okanagan. I think she had a good time, but I...