NEWS & STORIES
30 Stories for 30 Years – Liz
I started co-raising PADS Cadence in February 2016, I think it was. Since I have been involved in PADS, I have met fantastic new people, participated in new experiences, and watched so many people smile because of the puppy at my side.
30 Stories for 30 Years – Lois
Advanced Kennel volunteer Lois shares how PADS dog Damon helps put her mind and body at ease.
30 Stories for 30 Years – Jennifer
PADS helped give me my confidence back. I met people I am still friends with to this day! Most of all, PADS connected me with a very special Golden Retriever – PADS Released Dog Saffron!
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!
Encore | March 2025
Hello, spring! This month, I went to work for a couple of weeks doing my usual things, and then I had something called Spring Break! Here's a list of my highlights from the month: ~puppy classes at IKEA, at BCAA and on Zoom (while out of town)~time with a PADS...
Mabel II | March 2025
We meet again, Friends! I have had so many new, merry adventures this March! I got to practice settling at a big restaurant for the first time, and I did a very good job! I have continued going to and walking around stores and settling in lecture halls at the...