Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Marketing & Media 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...
Fern and Bellatrix
Meet Fern and Bellatrix Fern and Bella have been a service dog team for 8 years. Fern often tells people about the amazing impact of Bella on her quality of life. Read on to learn more about their remakable partnership and Join us tuesday Dec. 14th at 1:00 PM...
Cindy & Mallee
Meet Mallee and Cindy Cindy and Mallee are one of our graduate Teams of 2021! This dynamic duo will be joining us on December 21st to share about how their partnership is growing every day. “ My life has changed in more ways than I ever could have expected by...
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!
Waffle | June 2025
June flew by, and Waffle had a fantastic month, working hard on refining all his skills. He’s been busy preparing for...
Tesla | June 2025
I enjoyed my puppy swap, spending time with Sarah, going to work in a real office, and living in a high-rise...
Libby II | June 2025
Libby is now 7 months and 38lbs. She continues to be a quick study and eager to learn as she picks up on new skills...
Baldwin | June 2025
This month, Baldwin took some time off-site while his trainer was away. After careful consideration, we’ve decided...