Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Aries’ Journey
Meet PADS Aries and his new partner Emily! Emily and Aries are an amazing pair who are taking on new adventures in the world side-by-side. Aries came to PADS through the Assistance Dogs International Breeding Cooperative from Dogs with Wings in Edmonton, AB. He...
Darlene’s Journey
Meet Darlene and her partner Hélène. Darlene is always enthusiastic to help Hélène with anything she needs. Darlene was whelped by Lori Gunson and family, where she learned that while the world may always be changing, she is always safe and cared for. Darlene's whole...
Sandy III’s Journey
Meet Sandy III and his new partner Brad! Brad is a third time PADS Client and has welcomed Sandy to his side earlier this year. Sandy has been quite the traveling pup throughout his time in training. Sandy came to PADS through our participation in the Assistance Dog...
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!
Calvin | June 2025
This June, Calvin visited the vet for his vaccinations! He loved the sniffy, off-leash walks and is excited to be...
Teenie | June 2025
Teenie had a very busy month. She attended a spin-in with some fibre artists, she had two playdates with Sparrow, she...
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...
Tattor | June 2025
June was a whirlwind for Tattor and her family! With school wrapping up, Tattor’s days have shifted into summer...