βDash has been so amazing to navigate the world with, and he's changed everything.β
Taylor, PADS Client
NEWS & STORIES
Dodger’s Journey
Meet Dodger, a PADS 2021 Graduate. Dodger spends his days helping his new partner with whatever they need. Dodger was whelped in the Lower Mainland by Marie and Jocelyn and puppy started by Nicole. When he got a little older he headed up to the Okangan to continue his...
Groovy’s Journey
Meet Groovy and his partner Rhonda. Rhonda and Groovy have completed team training earlier this year and are off to a great start in their partnership. Groovy was whelped in our West Coast Region by Marie andΒ Jocelyn and then traveledΒ to Calgary to be raised by...
Tony’s Journey
Meet PADS Tony and his handlers Dannielle and Murray. Together they work in a the Customized Learning Centre in Coquitlam School District. Tony's clients speak very highly of the impact that Tony has on the class saying: "A number of students seek him out when they...
our supporters
PADS is more than 90% volunteer-drivenΒ
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 isΒ 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!
Skaha III | December 2024
Hi there. My name is Skaha, and Iβm a female Labrador Retriever training to become a Pacific Assistance Dog. Iβm living my best puppy life in Kelowna, BC, with my amazing raisers. This is my very first monthly update, and Iβm excited to share a little bit about my...
Gadget | December 2024
Gadget came to me for a sit for the month while her raiser heals her back injury. Gadget immediately settled well into our house and with our released PADS dog, Mirabel. I took Gadget on all my outings, from the grocery and hardware store to a hair salon, coffee shop...