Monday, October 28, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Join us in welcoming PADS Marni from Freedom Service Dogs in Colorado. Fun fact: her dad is our very own PADS Goji! This sweet little pup is named in honour of our dear friend and longest-serving volunteer, Marni Hartnell. An accomplished artist, many of... Read more
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
We are delighted to announce that Precious Pepa has got a job! Join us in congratulating the incredible members of her village who supported her journey to becoming a life-changing service dog! Breeder Caretakers: Ruth and Ron Wiens & Family Puppy-Raisers: Yin... Read more
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of the Okanagan Provincial Parks Litter! Proud parents, PADS Betty II and PADS Goji welcomed seven beautiful puppies last week. This special litter was named by our dedicated Okanagan PADS volunteers as a fun way to recognize... Read more
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Fiddle has been practicing lots of public access and skill work this month. She went on field trips to Lougheed Mall and Walmart, where she checked out the Halloween decorations. She has been working hard to improving her durations and basic obedience but still finds... Read more
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Muffin has taken a little extra time to settle in but is finding her place in the group of advanced dogs. She has been working on her impulse control but still finds it hard when she can not be the center of attention. She loves working on tugging doors open and... Read more
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
This month, Crumpet made her way over to Sooke on Vancouver Island. She is staying with a long-term sitter, Don, until there is space for her in a trainer’s string. So far, she has been working on her basic cues, ground sniffing, dog distraction, and loose leash... Read more