Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Digital Engagement & Accessibility Coordinator | Position Filled
Puppy cuddles are one of the job perks. You may not believe us now, but it gets even better. “What is better than puppy cuddles?” you ask?! Changing lives! PADS’ Communications Team is at its core about Community Engagement – we have the privilege of connecting...
2022 Winter Newsletter
Your support drives our mission, helps dogs transform lives, and empowers individuals to have an independent life. Behind each and every success story is a donor who makes this possible.
Murray and Tony
Join us January 25th as we catch up with Murray and Tony! Tony works at the Customized Learning Centre, a small high school alternate program in Coquitlam School District. Tony spends his day with Murray (handler) or Dannielle, Youth Worker (trained co-handler),...
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!
Brandy | July 2025
It’s been an exciting month and a bit. Towards the end of June, I was flown to Calgary (thank you, George), where I...
Petra | July 2025
Petra told us something very important this month… She would rather have a career as an Accredited Facility Dog! Petra...
Tetris | July 2025
Tetris has been going on a lot of field trips, as well as learning some fun-specific tasks for her future job. A few...
Puzzle | July 2025
Happy Birthday, Puzzle! It is a treat to have your company for this extra time, to watch you continue to mature. I...