Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
OUR PROGRAMS
Service Dogs
Hearing Dogs
PTSD Service Dogs
Accredited Facility Dogs
VIP Dogs
NEWS & STORIES
Meet Team Smore
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Smore. In his own words, Smore’s partner tells how AFD Smore is making a positive impact in his role as ‘Chief Happiness Officer’ at Rochester Elementary School.
Burnaby Puppy Days: Learn More About Volunteering
“Puppy Day” is a chance to learn more about volunteering at PADS. You’ll also get to meet some of our amazing volunteers and dogs in training!
Meet Team Radar II
CLIENT BLOG: Meet Team Radar II. In his own words, Radar’s partner tells how Radar is making an impact in his role as an Accredited Facility Dog at St Michaels University School, and as a loved member of his partner’s family.
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!
Elli | June 2025
This was my 1st month with my new family since I left my litter.ย I live with 2 teenagers and another dog, and a cat.ย I went to the high school for a recognition ceremony and also got to see all the Grads dressed up at our house.ย I attended a graduation party and a...
Rosa | June 2025
After careful consideration, Rosa has been released from Advanced Training. Rosa is an enthusiastic, sweet, and thoughtful girl. She has shown that she loves to spend time with her people and loves to cuddle and get pets whenever she gets the chance. She also loves...