Friday, November 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
It sure rained a lot in October, but we made the best of it and still managed to do some hikes with both 2 legged and 4 legged friends. We took a walk partway around Kalamalka Lake, a beautiful marl lake in Vernon. The next day we walked in Salmon Arm by Shuswap Lake,...
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
We bought another house last month in Salmon Arm, so we spent the first part of September cleaning floors and painting the inside of the house to prepare it to move in. Finna was patient with all the extra downtime and enjoyed the freedom of open patio doors and free...
Sunday, September 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
What a gorgeous August we had! The temperatures dropped to a comfortable level, and there werenβt any smokey skies due to wildfires. So, we made the most of it by hiking mountain trails, van camping, hanging out in the evening at various music festivals, dining out...
Thursday, August 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Finna had her first birthday on July 30th.Β She has adjusted quite well to our daily routine. Sheβs quiet in her kennel in the mornings even though she was used to getting up a lot earlier with her previous raiser. Once her heat wrapped up, she eagerly accompanied me...
Monday, July 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Welcome PADS Finna to the Okanagan region! Finna needed a new raiser, and I needed another puppy, so the kind folks at PADS Burnaby brought her to me on June 20th and took my previous PADS puppy back with them. Iβve never taken on a 10-month-old puppy, as they are...
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Thank you, everyone, for your PADS support! Some of the highlights for me this monthΒ were:Β Β BC Ferry & Trans Link trips and my visit to the Orpheum Theater.Β My raiser tells me that I have deepened my learning in public transit so muchΒ so,Β that I seem to be...
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Here I am, on the first day of the Spring celebration at my raiser’s workplace. I am a proud, respectful, motivated, and curious team member. Here in the office, we have usually 4-6 people. My place is under my raiser’s desk, yet occasionally I am allowed...
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I love puppy life! Although I am growing each day, my legs are still puppy legs. I am soft and love cuddles. My greatest desire is to please my raiser and my wonderful sitters. They keep telling me, “I am a good little puppy!” I learned one more thing...
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
My first snow arrived and I loved it! I wanted to go out with my warm Santa dress on. The snow made my black fur shine! Black is a bright colour on a snow day! Submitted by: Anne Tuppurainen...
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Happy New Year 2024 to every human and dog alike!Β The weather has been beautiful – perfect for walking and playing outside. Thank you to all the sitters who offered their time and wisdom sharing for my growth during the past year. In the photo, I am (Finna)...
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I attended my first ‘Tree of Hope Lighting’ event at the hospital.. I am also spreading hope to the people I meet on a daily basis. I believe it’s an important thing to do.. While others were singing Christmas Carols and drinking hot chocolate...
Wednesday, November 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I (Finna) am sharing my very first Pupdate, which is exciting as I have learned and grown so much. I would not have an idea how interesting a place the world is filled with smells and music. I attended my very first Symphony Orchestra Concert at the Orpheum Theater...
