Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs that support people with disabilities and community care providers.
NEWS & STORIES
30 Stories for 30 Years – Mintenkos
A basket of golden retriever puppies on the cover of the Burnaby Now in January 1999 caught Bob’s eye. PADS was looking for puppy raisers for their newest litter (the S litter) – Sarge, Seymour, Strider, Sully, Sadie, Sage, and Sydney. So, we decided to become involved and in late March we got the call that our “baby” had arrived, a chocolate lab named Milhouse.
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.
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!
Buzz | May 2025
May was my last month with my original puppy raisers as I'm heading to a new raiser for some new experiences. It's...
Jones | May 2025
After careful consideration, Jones has been released from Advanced Training due to medical reasons. Although we are...
Cynder | May 2025
Cynder has had a wonderful May. She spent some time with one of her favourite sitters. She attended her second and...
Toad | May 2025
This month, Toad has been learning different skills in the Mobility stream and absolutely loves it! He is learning to...