Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
2021 Summer 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.
Meet Suzanne
Team #TrailsWithTails is back at it again with a goal of raising $3,000 for PADS. Team Captain Suzanne says "I had a great time participating in the MOVE event last year and seeing our team come together virtually to cheer each other on as we were not able to meet in...
Meet Maddy and Mack
Join us July 13th at 1:00 PM pst. as we chat with our new friends Maddy and Mack who were seen around campus in June filming a documentary all about Juliet and PADS Stark! Click the link below to register to learn more about their connection to PADS and the incredible...
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!
Belle IV | May 2025
Belle has had a busy month meeting her new family and exploring her new home - both indoors and outdoors. She enjoys outings to the grocery stores and the hardware stores. She has recently had trips to the mall and has gone out for lunch several times. Submitted...
Thunder | May 2025
Thunder is absolutely thriving, his progress is steady, and his enthusiasm for learning shines through every single day. He brings a remarkable focus and heart to his training sessions, and it's clear that he's genuinely passionate about the work he does. Watching him...