Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
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NEWS & STORIES
Meet Emily
Tune in this Tuesday April 19 at 1:00 PM PDT to hear from Puppy-Raiser Emily Nelson! Emily started volunteering with PADS in 2013 to fulfill a middle school Pay-it-Forward project.
Public Statement: COVID-19
PUBLIC STATEMENT: COVID-19Last Updated: March 28, 2022 It’s with a sense of excitement, relief and trepidation that we take what may be one of our last pivots in regards to Covid-19. In light of both the gov’t of BC and AB changes to mandates and requirements, here...
Medical Coordinator (Okanagan) | Position Filled
PADS is seeking a qualified Medical Coordinator to fill a permanent, part-time position, based in the Okanagan.
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!
Tay | August 2025
This month, Tay continues to learn sound skills as a Hearing Dog. She loves it and is picking it up quickly! She often...
Belle IV | August 2025
Belle had somewhat of a quiet month. She spent a week with a new sitter. She revisited familiar places such as the...
Myra | August 2025
Myra had a good month of August, ending the summer. She had a training outing with Minnie and a walk and talk with her...
Bonnie II | August 2025
Bonnie joined our home this month and has settled in perfectly! She loves her big sister, PADS Tiki, and has been...