Wednesday, August 28, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
We are delighted to announce that Caring Camilo has got a job, and we couldn’t be more excited for him! A big thank you to his village for being there every step of the way!Β Breeder Caretakers: Ruth and Ron Wiens & Family Puppy-Raisers: Ellen Ayer &...
Thursday, August 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
We are very excited to announce that Camilo has passed his preplacement testing and has been matched with a client! Way to go, Camilo! Camiloβs trainer, Evelyn, and the PADS advanced training staff are very grateful to the amazing community of volunteers and the PADS...
Monday, July 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
Camilo has been working hard on some chin and body targets this month. His skills are coming along very nicely, and he is a dream with his skills in public! With all the beautiful weather, we have also been working hard on Camilo’s off-leash manners and recalls...
Saturday, June 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
Camilo has spent this month honing the specialized skills needed to become an Accredited FacilityΒ Dog (AFD). He is working on body and chin targeting so that he can provide calm and comfort to his future clients. Since the weather has been warming up, we have been...
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
CamiloΒ has spent this month settling in and learning the routine in Calgary. We have taken lots of time to get to know one another, and let me tell you, Camilo is such a snuggle bug! His causal energy and love for people are such excellent traits, so we are working on...
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
We are so happy to introduceΒ CamiloΒ to our Calgary Advanced Training Crew! Camilo has moved to help with how he feels in his training environment. The team believes Camilo will be more successful living with his trainer and building more of a relationship. We think...
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo is having a blast this month, going to the park every day for a romp. He has also been making some indoor field trips to coffee shops, restaurants, and churches. He even went on the ferry this month. Settling in unfamiliar places make him uncomfortable but he...
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
The handsomeΒ CamiloΒ has two sides to him, the playful “destroy dog toys” kind of guy and the unassuming gentle potato. This past month, he has been getting to know new sitters and new classmates at University. He lacks some confidence and is always...
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
CamiloΒ is enjoying the new environment, his classmates, and the overall experience of advanced training. He loves interacting with his litter mates, PADS Alma and PADS Pepa. Camilo has proven to be a loving and fun companion, endearing himself to everyone around. We...
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo has been busy this month putting the last touches on his puppy training, as in December he goes to Advanced Training. He’s been practicing his recall which he is overjoyed to do! He’s not as exuberant, but willingly has been practicing his go-in...
Wednesday, November 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Thanksgiving was a time for a family gathering, and Camilo enjoyed himself immensely, meeting and greeting everyone. At dinner time though, he was well-behaved and went in under the table, where he stayed quietly until we were finished. He also posed for a photo with...
Sunday, October 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo started off this month with a bang by attending an outdoor concert in Port Moody. He was very calm and settled at our feet while we listened to the band. He’s also been working hard on his going in under the table at coffee shops, pubs and at the mall. He...
Friday, September 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo has been staying cool this month with walks to the river, where he gets his feet and belly wet. He does well with his walks but still wants to play with every dog he meets! Camilo does well with walking on different surfaces, and we found some nice wood slat...
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo enjoyed his first Canada Day celebration complete with crowds and an outdoor band playing at the park this month. He did well and settled down to listen to the tunes. He has continued to work on his loose leash experiences in the mall and practicing settling...
Saturday, July 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo has continued to work hard with his training, but he has also enjoyed some time off. During the really warm weather at the beginning of the month, he had a fun morning at Buntzen Lake where he met other dogs to play with and to cool off in the water. He was one...
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo had a milestone this month- that is, his first birthday! Due to the heat in May, he got a doggie pool for his birthday, which allowed him to cool off and chill out! Camilo also enjoyed a special baked doggie birthday treat. Another first this month was that...
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo has continued to work on his training this month and has done well in his puppy classes. He is always overjoyed to see his classmates! Camilo has had outings to the mall and other shopping centres where he has been well-behaved and has not been concerned by the...
Saturday, April 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo has been working hard at his training again this month, but he had some time to enjoy his first ice cream cone on a pleasant spring day. He thought it was delicious!! He also had an enjoyable outing this month with another PADS puppy, Taurus, where they...
Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo had a very busy month of “firsts”. He had his first trip on the Sky train where he did very well. He was aware and looking around, but he did not bark or whine and pretty much took it in stride. Camilo had his first trip to the local Legion, where...
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo had a grand time on his first play date with another PADS dog (Taurus)this month. They met in Taurus’ fenced backyard and had a great time racing about and playing together. It was not all play, though; they practiced some downtime on a mat where they...
Sunday, January 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo had a wonderful time in the freshly fallen snow this past month. He had his nose to the ground sniffing every flake and then racing through the powder like a small snowplow! Christmas was exciting with twelve people in the house, but Camilo was well-behaved. No...
Thursday, December 1, 2022 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo had an exciting field trip to the Scotia Barn this past month. He got to travel up and down stairs, traverse the bleachers and watch hockey and soccer! Several other PADS dogs kept Camilo company along the way. He has ventured out in his first snowfall this...
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo had his first overnight human guests in his house this month. He welcomed them and did very well when everyone was sitting around the table at meal times. He quietly lay on his bed and kept a distant watch. Camilo made his first trip to Whistler and stayed in a...
Saturday, October 1, 2022 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo has had a busy month! He had been to Home Depot for his first time, where he sniffed at every possible item, and all the store staff fell in love with him. He was very good and did not chew on any store items! Camilo also had the opportunity to join other pups...
