Derby | October 2022

Derby | October 2022

A big congratulations to Derby and her new partner, who have worked hard to complete team training successfully! Derby works with her person in the Okanagan region. She helps her with everyday tasks such as opening doors, retrieving dropped items and turning lights on...
Derby | September 2022

Derby | September 2022

Derby’s last month in advanced training has flown by! She has been working hard on learning tasks that are specific to her new client and keeping all of her skills sharp. Even though we have been working lots Derby has spent her spare time enjoying the last days of...
Derby | August 2022

Derby | August 2022

We are very excited to announce that Derby has been matched with a client! Way to go, Derby Dog! Derby and her client will start team training in October. While she waits excitedly for her first day on the job, Derby has been spending time with her puppy raiser...
Derby | July 2022

Derby | July 2022

Summer has started with a bang for Derby. We are very excited to announce that Derby has passed her pre-placement testing. We eagerly look forward to seeing her begin her forever job as a Service Dog. Her trainer Miranda and the PADS advanced training staff are very...
Derby | June 2022

Derby | June 2022

June has been an exciting month, and Derby is getting into the most exciting part of advanced training. Now that she has the basics under her belt, she’s been moving on to the fun skills in new places. We are also taking advantage of the warmer weather and...
Derby | May 2022

Derby | May 2022

Spring has sprung on the Calgary side of the Rockies, and the whole advanced dog crew is very pleased to be taking advantage of the warmer weather and enjoying outings to our local parks and pathways. In this new season, Derby is focusing on learning new skills like...

Derby | January 2022

Derby’s New Year’s resolution is to just continue being her sweet and eager self – you shouldn’t change what is already perfect! January has been filled with lots of learning and exploring to help us find the perfect job for her. Right now, her...