Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
ALLISON & ANGEL
Join us on March 23rd to catch up with second-time puppy raiser Allison. Allison's first puppy was Angel's mom PADS Valentine and now is currently raising PADS Angel! Register using the link below to join us!
Kevin & Spark
Click the video below to hear about Kevin's important roles at PADS as a Puppy-Raiser, Office Volunteer and Pupdate volunteer extraordinaire!
Meredith & Henrik
Click the link below to hear from Puppy Raisers Meredith and Henrik. Together this dynamic duo has raised a total of 9 pups, often welcoming two pups into their home at a time. Tune in to learn more about their PADS Puppy-Raising journey and to find out what it's like...
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!
Rooty | May 2025
Rooty continues to be a fun and willing puppy. He can be stubborn at times, but luckily, has a strong food drive. He...
Mozza | May 2025
Mozza has had her first heat cycle and is just getting back to her normal self now. Her outings have been curtailed...
Bagel | May 2025
Bagel had a busy time in both April and May! Bagel moved from Calgary to Burnaby where she has now joined Margaret's...
Skaha III | May 2025
Hey there, hoomans and pup pals—Skaha here, checking in with my May pupdate from Kelowna. I turned 8 months old on May...