Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
2025 Spring Newsletter
Springing Forward – As spring begins to appear, it reminds us of the resilience all around us. After a cold, windy and somewhat soggy winter (with many muddy paws) – the growth going unseen has begun to appear. We are springing ahead with wonderful new opportunities.
Meet Team Diego
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Diego. Tamara shares how PADS Diego is fostering a sense of belonging at Carson Graham Secondary School with his unique personality and gentle spirit.
Meet Team Pyxis
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Pyxis. Dana shares how together, this team is helping medium-sized humans manage stress, build confidence, and stay focused.
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 | July 2025
Belle started off the month of July with a sitter for one week. I am sure that she was very happy there, as there were...
Doane | July 2025
July was another busy month for me, with lots of firsts! I have been on lots of walks practicing my loose leash...
Toad | July 2025
This month, Toad continues to explore a couple of streams to find which suits him best. He loves to learn, and he is...
Tattor | July 2025
We’re keeping this pupdate short and sweet, because it’s already the first week of August (!!!) and Tattor and her...