Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Assistant Puppy Trainer | Position Filled
THE POSITION The Assistant Puppy Trainer position is a brand new entry-level position in the Puppy-Raising Program (PRP) with planned advancement through to Puppy Raising Instructor (minimum 4 year process). The Assistant Puppy Trainer is part of an...
Leahy: 2020 Legends
Leahy was truly an exceptional PADS Service Dog with a long career helping her partner Anya.
Macbeth: 2020 Legends
Macbeth touched thousands of lives and had the longest working career in the history of PADS.
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!
Windsor | June 2025
June is always a busy month in elementary school, so Windsor got to enjoy lots of special events, activities and...
Kiara II | June 2025
Kiara worked very hard on her manners in public this month and is learning so much. She really enjoyed the longer,...
Sarge II | June 2025
Sarge continues to impress with his charming personality and eagerness to learn! He has earned the title of the...
Bee | June 2025
Happy Summer! This is a long-overdue pupdate on PADS Bee, who is having a very interesting and adventurous summer....