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Sprinter | March 2025

Friday, March 7, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Our spirited Sprinter has chosen her job! Congratulations, Sprinter and all of the members of your village who helped you on your journey to becoming a life-changing service dog. Breeder Caretakers: Dorothy & Kevin Root Puppy Raisers: Kris Papps and Maggie Lee...

Gem II | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

In February, I continued to have some new experiences and build on old ones. I accompanied my raisers to two nice restaurants, where all the staff and other diners were very impressed with my manners. One spot even offered my raisers a special contact for future...

Ripto | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

February was LOVE month. So I spent extra time playing with my bestest pupper friend. She’s a lot bigger than me still, and lets me wrestle with her. She also likes to let me chase her around the yard. But if she wants a break, she runs up on this big, round...

Marni | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hello Pupsters! Wow! I am so excited to share with you the amazing February I had! My Hoomas and I had the great opportunity to volunteer at the Invictus Games in Vancouver! It started with a long drive from Calgary back to Vancouver, where I was so good and...

Sparx | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hi hooman friends! It’s me, Sparx, back with my February update! This month, I got to be an official volunteer at the Invictus Games in the Puppy Puddle! So many people wanted to cuddle me (obviously, I am very soft), and there was a huge crowd with a big band...

Rita | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

February flew by! This month started with lots of playing in the snow! I also attended the Puppy Puddle at Invictus Games 2025. I met so many people from around the world who stopped by to give me a scratch. During my raiser’s university lectures, I’m getting...

Picard | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Well, the MOST exciting thing this month was participating in the Invictus games. Picard went with a couple of different handlers and travelled on a variety of public transit options to get there. He was there for four opportunities and was a star all those times....

Korra | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Korra is a big girl now. She just finished her first heat, which she managed very well. A little more cuddly than normal. She is very cuddly every day, so a little more is always great. She seems to be getting some of the things we have been working on for the...

Bentley II | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

There were a lot of firsts this month. I got to ride the Seabus a few times. I went to a hockey game. I got to play with people at the Invictus Village. I had lots of fun playing in my first snow. Gail took me to a boring networking event. I wanted to play instead....

Brava | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

February = My birth month! I felt so special on my birthday, with new toys and treats, I even got a new bed for my kennel, which I absolutely adore!! This month flew by with lots of fun walks – my special favourite being my first big walk with all the other...

Cava | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Throughout February, Cava shared kindness and had some new experiences. She started the month with a little snow to enjoy. At school, she took part in activities and rested. She ended the month with the big milestone of going into heat. While in heat, she continued to...

Casper | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hi friends! This month started off with snow, which was a great surprise! That means my raiser and I got a couple of days off of school. I got to play in the snow and catch snowballs. I had so much fun! Then, it was back to school, where I settled perfectly. My raiser...

Hunter II | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

I have decided I DO NOT like February. It was so cold for the first 3 weeks that I could barely go outside. Anytime I did, I had to wear my boots and my coat. I like my coat, people say I am handsome in it, but the boots. NO WAY!! They make me feel weird, and everyone...

Dior | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

February’s highlight was definitely the Invictus Games. We kept it quiet, leading up to the games with the usual outings to Save-On, the Mall, and morning and evening walks. Dior discovered snow!!!! Crazy with delight, running in circles while sticking her nose...

Toffee | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Toffee had a quiet month as she was in heat. Short careful walks in the neighbourhood and indoor activities. She went to a sitter at the end of the month, and from all reports, she had a very good time. The picture is with her good friends Dino and Alli. Submitted...

Tetris | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Tetris has been enjoying her classes and is working on fine-tuning her turn-in skills. She attended a Valentine’s Day “Smooch Your Pooch” Photo Booth Shoot with some neighbourhood dogs, as well as Pads Rosa, Rooty and Kiyoko. She is awaiting her turn to be off to...

Rosa | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

I have had another good month. My skills are becoming sharper all the time and I really enjoy my training. They say that I am becoming more confident and enthusiastic. I got to watch a parade this month. There was a lot of noise and other distractions – sirens,...

Buzz | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Hi Everypawdy! I’ve spent the last 6 weeks with some of our amazing Okanagan puppy sitters while one of my raisers recovered from paw surgery. I had a great time with two different families but was very happy to be back with my raisers. For the last week and a...

Blair | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

We are excited to welcome Blair to our Advanced Training crew! Blair is a sweet and thoughtful gal, who also has a fun spunk side to her! Her raisers have done an amazing job with Blair, and they should be very proud of her as she is a true credit to their love and...

Rufous | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Rufous spent this month indoors, staying warm during the frosty cold snap in Calgary. This meant he had plenty of time to practice his obedience skills and learn some new ones, like nose targeting to the wall. Rufous loves it when it’s his turn to work, and he is...

Bingo | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Bingo spent this month indoors, hiding from the frosty cold snap in Calgary. This meant lots of time to practice obedience skills and learn some new ones, like a body target and a chin target to the lap. Bingo loves it when it’s his turn to work, and he is...

Chickpea | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

February was a busy month for us, with visits to the Invictus Games. Our first time there, Chickpea met the Australian team, who was so very happy to meet her, especially when they realized she was from Australia too! Chickpea spent her time at the puppy puddle...

Casey | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Casey is becoming just a wonderful dog. His behaviour at home is exemplary- he loves his toys and helping me with the laundry, though, as you will see from the photo, he is especially partial to socks. He has a curiosity and fascination with the comings and goings of...

Bagel | February 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Bagel spent this month indoors, hiding from the frosty cold snap in Calgary. This meant lots of time to practice deployment skills on different people in the facility. Bagel loves to lean on people and get pets from them. Bagel also loves working on resting her chin...