Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Macbeth: 2020 Legends
Macbeth touched thousands of lives and had the longest working career in the history of PADS.
Caber: 2020 Legends
One could write pages about the impact that Caber has had on those affected by trauma.
Meet the BC Creeks Litter
Meet the BC Creeks LitterClick on the video below to watch the Pawcast from Tuesday, December 15th at 1:00 PM PST featuring the BC Creeks Litter!
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!
Tzar | May 2025
This month, my puppy raisers were away in Italy, and I got to experience brand new places, new routines, and spend...
Buzz | May 2025
May was my last month with my original puppy raisers as I'm heading to a new raiser for some new experiences. It's...
Jones | May 2025
After careful consideration, Jones has been released from Advanced Training due to medical reasons. Although we are...
Cynder | May 2025
Cynder has had a wonderful May. She spent some time with one of her favourite sitters. She attended her second and...