Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
Tiff and Mosley
Mosley now lives with her Puppy-Raiser Tiff and released PADS Bonnie.ย Watch the video below to hear about how PADS Mosley is adjusting to life outside of her whelping home.ย
George: “Why I give to PADS”
I first became involved with PADS because I wanted to raise a puppy in my classroom (I think there should be a puppy or dog in every classroom!).ย However, before that could happen, I retired.ย That was about five years ago now and Iโve been volunteering as a raiser...
Glenora: “Why I give to PADS”
My connection to PADS goes back about 14 years ago when my dog-loving daughter, Tara, heard about PADS and became a volunteer puppy-raiser. She comes from a family of dog-lovers and grew up with one pet dog after another. Since PADS came into her life, I canโt keep...
our supporters
PADS is more than 90% volunteer-drivenย
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 isย 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!
Chickpea | July 2025
Time sure flies in the summertime.ย Chickpea went to a pub for the first time and helped support a dear friend who's...
Cynder | June 2025
Cynder had a great June filled with dance recitals, a trip on the ferry, and doctors' appointments. She was amazing on...
Burgie | June 2025
As we approach Burgie's first birthday, she is developing into such a sweet companion. While she's still a sensitive...
Sokka | June 2025
Sokka continues to prepare for advanced training as he will be turned in next month.ย ย He continues to be easy to...