Rufous is being raised and trained to provide life-changing independence to someone with a physical disability other than visual impairment or to work with a professional such as a teacher, psychologist or victim services worker to help support a healthy community.

In November, 2024, Rufous took the next step in his journey and entered Advanced Training, where heโ€™ll learn the skills needed to support his future partner.

It truly takes a village to raise a puppy, and you can be part of Rufousโ€™ village and receive monthly updates about him โ€” donations raised through this page support the care and training of healthy, happy puppies. Help support Rufous today.

Name:Rufous

Breed:Labrador Retriever (Male)

Birthdate:April 17, 2023

Dam:PADS Autumn II

Sire:Warrior Canine Connection's Arliss

Puppy-Raisers:Amanda Hicks | Mary Joyce Valino, Jennifer & Richard Roue

Whelping Home:Kaye Simard & Ian Shaw

Advanced Sitter:Linda Elias / Gloria Bednar | previously by Amanda Hicks, Dawn Wittenberg / Mary-Anne Rowe

Advanced Trainer:Evelyn James

Litter:PADS BC Birds Litter