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
Meet Ella of Sew Awesome
Join us Tuesday, July 26th at 1:00 PM PDT when we chat with young entrepreneur Ella of Sew Awesome who is making dog bandanas to support a PADS puppy-in-training.
Call for Applications
ABOUT YOU You are passionate about creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and respected You have a proven work ethic that is responsive You take responsibility for your actions, and honor your commitments You have a desire to engage and work closely with...
Meet Ruth and Victoria
Join us Tuesday, July 12th at 1:00 PM PDT when we visit with Ruth and Victoria, Breeder Caretakers of PADS Strudel and her Encanto Litter.
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!
Max | June 2025
Max had an exciting month of June, meeting lots of new people and going to lots of new places! He got to have two short sits, getting to stay with Susan and then Sylvia and had a lovely time with both! He also got to go visit lots of new exciting places, starting with...
Tattor | June 2025
June was a whirlwind for Tattor and her family! With school wrapping up, Tattor’s days have shifted into summer mode—full of outdoor fun and, with all four kids home full-time, no shortage of action and attention. Little by little, Tattor is learning her house...