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Cannoli | January 2022

Cannoli | January 2022

We are very excited to announce thatΒ CannoliΒ has been matched with a client! Way to go Cannoli! Cannoli and her client will start team training soon. Her trainer Lisa and the PADS advanced training staff are very grateful to the amazing community of volunteers. And...
Cannoli | November 2021

Cannoli | November 2021

Cannoli has been working on all of her skills and trying to keep them up to snuff, so she is ready for her forever awesome job. She is mentoring Lady II and trying to teach her manners in the house and some of the skills that she knows. Submitted by: Rod & Crystal...
Cannoli | October 2021

Cannoli | October 2021

Cannoli is enjoying her time with us. She has been entertaining Lady II when she is with us throughout the week. She is an awesome mentor, and Lady is learning many things from Cannoli. When Lady is being goofy and wanting to play, Cannoli seems like the old Lady and...
Cannoli | September 2021

Cannoli | September 2021

CannoliΒ was with us from August 30 to September 17. She was on a short vacation from Advanced Training, so she enjoyed time on the Sunshine Coast with us, visiting familiar places and people. Her advanced skills were honed daily, and it was exciting for us to see how...
Cannoli I August 2021

Cannoli I August 2021

CANNOLI just had her 3rd birthday party and got to have a little celebration. We are waiting for Cannoli’s pre-placement test to be marked and for an eye exam and in the meantime, she will be spending some extra time with a local raiser. She will continue to keep her...
Cannoli I July 2021

Cannoli I July 2021

CANNOLI is enjoying her summer, mostly because her favorite summer activity is swimming! Cannoli embraces all the new dogs she has recently met on Lisa’s string and is often open for some zoomies with them. Currently she is the only girl on Lisa’s string and is very...
Cannoli I June 2021

Cannoli I June 2021

CANNOLI is taking a break from training as we investigate some health situations with our amazing PADS Medical team and the Burquitlam Animal Hospital. She is enjoying spending her downtime relaxing with her sitter and beating the heat by going for a good swim! We...
Cannoli I May 2021

Cannoli I May 2021

CANNOLI is working hard on being satisfied with less treats and attention when she walks. She loves her cape, but trainer Lisa is getting the feeling she would prefer less walking around in stores and more sleeping and snuggles. She is now considering the possibility...
Cannoli I April 2021

Cannoli I April 2021

CANNOLI has definitely found her rhythm at trainer Lisa’s place and she has figured out what Lisa’s pet dog tiny terrier Laila demands in her space – a restful and peaceful house. None of that shenanigan stuff. She had an activated energy level at the beginning...
Cannoli I March 2021

Cannoli I March 2021

CANNOLI is a very sweet little girl, but don’t let her sweet face fool you; she likes to tease the other dogs and really stomps on the gas while being chased! She can duck under a table with lightning speed if they catch up to her. Such a fun little dog. Lisa is still...
Cannoli I February 2021

Cannoli I February 2021

CANNOLI has just started advanced training 2 weeks ago with trainer Lisa. At this stage of the training, we do a combo of assessing, field trips, obedience with a sprinkle of simple new tasks. These tasks help provide the framework for other skills to come. Cannoli...
Cannoli | January 2021

Cannoli | January 2021

Cannoli is soon moving into Advanced Training, and this will be a great move forward. She likes to learn new things and has been diligently working on all her cues! She is a sweet and cuddly dog and loves her playtime with other...
Cannoli | December 2020

Cannoli | December 2020

Cannoli loves to splash around in shallow water, even in the cold of December! Racing through shallow creeks is also a favoured activity, especially if she can splash her raisers! Any hike is on her “to-do” list and this photo is from the top of Mount...
Cannoli | November 2020

Cannoli | November 2020

Cannoli is busying herself teaching her new puppy friend the ins and outs of being a well behaved puppy. She is not fond of the kissy face or bitey face and lets the little young’un know in appropriate ways. Cannoli is practicing her skills and her duration in...
Cannoli | October 2020

Cannoli | October 2020

Cannoli has been working on her precise paw position in her stand, sit, and down. She is eager to train and is quick with her perch, jump-on, and off moves. She loves to flop into our laps after meals, and treats grooming like she is in a spa. Cannoli has been in...
Cannoli | September 2020

Cannoli | September 2020

I was having so much fun at the beach that I got pretty far away from Jonathan and Joan.Β  Here I am, demonstrating my enthusiastic recall!Β  I love to swim in the ocean or lakes – any water is fun! In the second photo, I am demonstrating how much I love my food...
Cannoli | June 2020

Cannoli | June 2020

Cannoli has been experiencing some “on the water” trips, such as being in a canoe while we paddle, being in a dinghy while rowing, and being on a motor boat under way. She is fine with wearing her life jacket, and likes to look over the edge and watch the...
Cannoli | May 2020

Cannoli | May 2020

Cannoli has been spreading her love this month.Β  She went to two sitters to experience new people and places.Β  All reports came back that she is a lovely girl and ready and willing to work. Cannoli has had several outings to play with her “sister from another...
Cannoli | March 2020

Cannoli | March 2020

Cannoli was just finishing her second heat in March and she was a wee bit lethargic because of the fluctuation in her hormones. She was very snuggly and wanted to be touching us when we were sitting. She is a very affectionate, loving, little girl but she seemedΒ a bit...
Cannoli | February 2020

Cannoli | February 2020

Cannoli was in heat for most of the month so she was limited as to what she was able to do. She was quite tired and was not motivated to do a whole lot of training so we did not press her. She did enjoy many walks. She has no problem with her special pants and was...
Cannoli | February 2020

Cannoli | February 2020

Cannoli did not have a lot of fun in February as she went into heat on the 12th. She became quite tired almost immediately. We had a leak into our suite and Cannoli was not bothered at all by the fans, dehumidifiers, or noise from removing cabinetry and lifting up the...
Cannoli | January 2020

Cannoli | January 2020

This month Cannoli spent 4 days with Marie at her High school, she did awesomely. The report back, Cannoli was very calm with the kids and all the hugs and rubs. During her time, she also spent time with Marie’s 2 dogs and they got along terrifically. She seems to...
Cannoli | December 2019

Cannoli | December 2019

Cannoli continues to be a snuggle bug. She loves to lay on the floor near her people and makes sure that there is some part of her touching her raisers. She has now figured out that if she does a down and roll, she may get a tummy rub so we are finding her flopped...
Cannoli | November 2019

Cannoli | November 2019

Cannoli is working hard on not picking things up in her mouth (our poor remote) and thinking it is a game when we ask her to drop it. She is coming along really well and most of the time will listen. She is mesmerized by the Christmas lights and twinkly lights are her...