Pupdates Archive

Donara | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Although Donora is learning more cues, I think she is going through her teenage stage as she seems to have forgotten that she needs to keep all four feet on the ground when greeting strangers! She is also very enthusiastic when greeting other pups… and is...

Arthur | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Arthur had a great September. He enjoyed walks in White Rock, a great dog park that is not too busy, so that he could get his zoomies out. And he had a great sit with Jo and did many wonderful, fun things. He also had amazing play dates with other pups. Submitted...

Mozza | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

It is hard to believe that Mozza is already 14 months old! We think she might have reached full growth now, and she’s 50 lbs. Her favourite command this month has been “Go in”. We practice it daily with her, and she’s trying hard to stay in...

Hunter II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hello, lovely people, My month was a bit different than usual. I jumped around between my raisers’ houses a bit more since one of them got sick and had to go to the hospital. She is all better, and I got to stay with her at home for a whole week while she...

Lumina | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Still here. I guess I’m one of the lucky ones to be able to stay with my raisers for this long. Maybe it’s because I’m late in getting my heat. I think my family wants me to have as much fun now as I can before I can’t. It’s been quite a busy month. I went with my...

Fiddle | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This month, Fiddle continues her journey as an Accredited Facility Dog. She adores meeting people and makes everyone smile. Fiddle attended the Haul for Hope at YVR this month and was a hit! She cheered on all the competitors and was her usual social butterfly. She...

Toad | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This month, Toad continues to progress with his mobility skills. He is also working on his dog and people distraction, and learning he cannot say hello to everyone… as much as he would love to! He is learning to work around different mobility aids and is...

Buddy II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hi everypawty! I’m feeling so much better after my procedure—my hoomans say I’m back to my silly, tail-waggin’ self again, so that must mean I’m A-OK! They also mentioned something called “fall” is coming soon… I don’t know what that means yet, but I did see them put...

Tay | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This month, Tay continues her journey as a Hearing Dog. She loves sounds and is very eager to learn and do her best. Tay recently attended a Canucks game at the Abbotsford Centre with her trainer and did a great job! She worked hard to ignore the floor prizes and...

Skaha III | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Hey everyone, it’s me, Skaha, your friendly neighbourhood Labrador and proud PADS dog in training, checking in from Kelowna, BC. This month was a big one for me; I officially turned one year old on September 25. Yep, I’m a whole year old now. Hard to believe how far...

Pandora | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hi everyone! This month was all about school, school, and more school! I started attending Douglas College with my raiser, and I’ve been absolutely rocking my settling skills. I’m such a good girl in the classroom! When I’m not busy soaking up everything there is to...

Kiyoko | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

September was the month of FIRSTS: Kiyoko’s First Birthday on the 19th, the start of her first heat, and her first time at a sitter’s house overnight! The month started off normal enough with five different walks on wooded trails, with six different dog friends: Jeff,...

Bentley II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

At the beginning of September, we went to see Taj in Bard on the Beach. Gail was working in an office, so we went to work 3 days a week. The rest of the month was quiet. Submitted by: Gail...

Maeve | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This month, Maeve is back in Burnaby hanging out with our lovely Advanced Sitters Shannon and Michael! She even got to hang out with Marissa before that. This is what Shannon & Michael have got to say about their time with Maeve… “We think Maeve has it...

Ritz | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Ritz reporting. I’m 6 months old now and am told that summer is coming to an end. We have a routine of daily walks and occasionally meet up with another PADS dog for a walk. I have to keep my distance and not distract the other dog. One day, I met my trainer for a...

Viking II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

I’ve only been with my temporary humans for a little bit of this month, but I wanted to share a bit of my adventures thus far. I’ve been hanging out in the house and learning the puppy basics, such as acting civil in the house, learning my name and foundation work for...

Bromley | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

After spending a large part of August with a sitter, I was back with my family for September. I was a very social boy. I got to hang out with my old house brother, Bingo, for a few days, and then, one day at work, I got to meet Zoom from the Luna Centre. I am...

Fawn | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Well, friends, I have survived my first month of school at SFU with my human. I’ve been practicing a ton of settling in classrooms and the odd lecture halls. Some days are better than others. Humans cohort is very accepting of my vocalizations as I get used to this...

Mushu | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

First month of fall! Back to school and back to regular puppy classes for us! We didn’t really take a break over the summer, maybe just a few little breaks in classes here and there, but it’s nice to get back in the swing of things, and I love the cooler weather and...

Draco II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Leaves are falling, but we’re not chasing them.There are ups and downs with training, but overall, he is learning.We recently learned how to back up with voice commands. We’re still wary of stairs, but with practice, he has been able to climb up some he...

Picard | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

The most challenging event this month was taking public transit in Vancouver and on Vancouver Island, and riding on the ferry. It took 5 hours one way! Mom says I rocked it. Then I got to enjoy a stay at a hotel, sleep in restaurants and visited lots of old people...

Blanco | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

September has been a busy month! It started with a sunny trail walk and a relaxing evening. My furrend PADS Donner II and I have been practicing our settling in preparation for this thing called school. September marked the beginning of my education at UBC. I attend...

Beckett II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hi, I’m Beckett! I had a big month this September! I flew on my first airplane, met my puppy raiser and my new family, started getting settled in my new house and learned some cues! I can sleep through the night, sit when asked and when I want something, and I’m...

Goose II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Goose is gone camping. He’s going camping again. He loves going to the shopping center and loves to go to restaurants. He loves to go to the dentist and doctors’ appointments. He’s a great help when it’s time to do yardwork. Submitted...