Melon | March 2024

Melon | March 2024

Update: “The Calgary Police Services Victim Assistance Support Team (VAST) is excited to welcome Const. Aaron Lang & Melon to the team! Const. Lang has been with the CPS for 10 years, most recently serving with District 1. Melon, a 2-year-old black Labrador...
Pecan II | March 2024

Pecan II | March 2024

Update: Please join us in welcoming Team Pecan to the PADS Village! Matched late last year, thus the Christmas photo, Robin recently shared with us how life has changed with PADS Pecan by his side. “Since receiving Pecan, my black Labrador Retriever service dog,...
Scarlet | February 2024

Scarlet | February 2024

Scarlet has been focusing on developing her basic obedience and PTSD foundations this month. She has been venturing out to new environments with the help of volunteers and trainers and has been working on overcoming her hesitation around various noises. As Scarlet...
Ky | February 2024

Ky | February 2024

This February, Ky is practising for his pre-placement testing! He has been diligently working on his foundations, basic obedience, and loose-leash walking. He is currently with an advanced sitter on Vancouver Island. In March or April, he will return to the Lower...
Kasota | February 2024

Kasota | February 2024

This month, Kasota has been working on various PTSD foundation skills such as “Front” and Interrupters (which involves nudging the elbow on a visual cue). She has also been continuing her basic obedience training and working on her impulse control during...
Dylan II | February 2024

Dylan II | February 2024

This month, Dylan II is perfecting his PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder) skills in new environments and recall work in high-distracted environments such as the dog park and off-leash parks. Dylan will continue honing his skills now over at the Lower Mainland with...