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!
Ripto | May 2025
Ripto had quite the month! Throughout May, he explored the tourist attractions as a part of the Tourism Challenge...
Yarrow | May 2025
Yarrow has continued this month to enjoy some downtime from field trips. He is really loving playing fun training...
Chickpea | May 2025
Chickpea has had a very busy month visiting offices, doctors and hospitals. When she's not in her cape, she plays with...
Duke II | May 2025
This month was filled with visits to puppy classes, work, and shops! At work this month, I even got to attend a...