Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
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!
Mushu | May 2025
What an exciting month! I started the month with a two-week puppy swap where I stayed with another raiser from class who is a second-grade teacher, and I went to school every day. I got to hang out with the kids, settle in a busy classroom and even go on a field trip...
Casey | May 2025
Casey enjoyed his first visit to the Vancouver Aquarium this month, though he was more interested in the food/treats than the fish and sea life. He enjoys car rides, as he has graduated to the back seat and takes great interest in his surroundings. There are herons...