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Fred | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Fred spent the first 2 weeks of the month in a swap with another raiser. He seemed to enjoy himself during that time. The past 2 weeks Fred has gone back to work with me as well as attended a few dance competitions and really settled well during the chaos of the...

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Texas II | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Well folks, it finally happened…not only is the small feline feeling much more comfortable around us pups, but she seems to have taken a particular liking to MY BED! I’ve had a few words with her about this, but we seem to be at a bit of a stalemate, as...

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Merritt II | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates

This month Merritt has excelled in his puppy classes; we have been working on perch. This exercise helps with duration, is a great foundation for other training exercises, and is a skill that can be built upon. Outside of puppy class, Merritt has been enjoying his...

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Camilo | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Camilo had a very busy month of “firsts”. He had his first trip on the Sky train where he did very well. He was aware and looking around, but he did not bark or whine and pretty much took it in stride. Camilo had his first trip to the local Legion, where...

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Alma | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Alma had a fun month getting a chance to play in the snow at the park. She also got to spend a week with her new friend “Izzie”. She is learning how to settle nicely in public at coffee shops and restaurants. Submitted by: Pam...

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Radar II | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

In February, Radar got lucky and went to a GREAT family for our puppy swap! There, he practiced settling everywhere, which is a challenge for him. We are so grateful for all the improvement he made! He came back to us, and we can now have chill dinners, he can settle...

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Doppler | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

I am 10 months old and weigh 58 lbs now! My mom and dad needed a little break from me, so I spent the first 10 days of February with the Cheng family, who are very lovely puppy sitters for PADS. I had fun there and also worked hard on my training. Later in the month,...

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Frodo | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Frodo has two sides to his personality: his calm, steady, working personality and his youthful, rambunctious side when not in cape. He is a delight to bring during errands, even if he occasionally sighs when a certain raiser takes too long in a craft store! Frodo...

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Sprinter | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

February was a busy month for me! Lots of time at the hockey rink, and I went for a 2-week puppy swap! I had a great time at my puppy swap (including a fun time outside that included mud!), but it’s nice to be home again with my regular human families. I’ve also been...

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Oliver | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates

Oliver continues to impress us with his gentle demeanour and willingness to learn. In February, we had several outings that included a variety of shopping visits, and an outing to the movie theatre (Puss in Boots!). Oliver’s loose leash walking skills continue...

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Augusta | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates

It has been a fun month! We got a lot of snow, and I enjoyed playing in the snow a lot! We had some visitors at our house this month. Released PADS Dasher stayed with us – you can see how pleased he is at the back door to be posing with Link and I. PADS Scramble...

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Dean | March 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates

Dean has just joined us here on Vancouver Island, and we are very excited to get to know him. Yesterday was his first day here, and he came to class, where he was introduced to a few different volunteers. Who are looking forward to forming a relationship with him....

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Sassy | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hi everyone. What a change I’ve had for this month. I am now with a new Raiser, and we’re spending a lot of time getting to know each other. It’s called Developing Relationship, and my raiser said it’s really important for both of us. I’ve had to learn the small...

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Teddy II | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

I had my very first ferry ride to the island! At first, it was a bit weird being on the ground that moved underneath me and seeing all that water. Wow, that’s a big puddle!!! I kept my cool for the most part, and my trainer helped by cuddling me in the car. We...

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Bruno | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates

This month we focus on house manners with Bruno. There is nothing he loves more than playing with my other dogs in the home. However, we are working on ensuring that this occurs appropriately. It hasn’t been easy, but he is starting to understand. We continue to...

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Toast | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Okanagan

Toast arrived here the day after we got back from Mexico. He just moved right in. He had the usual test period where he had to test us to see if we were the kind of people who would let him forget everything the previous trainers had taught him. He settled down really...

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Diego | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This month I got to go for my GDBart. I think I did quite well, all things considered. It was VERY exciting to be at the campus in Burnaby cuz there are always lots of interesting smells out there. We also went to the Holiday Inn Express by Metrotown for a PADS event....

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Link II | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hello Friends! This month I have had a lot of fun playing in the snow. We got to go with friends to a special dog park and run and run and run! PADS Scramble stayed with us for a few days, and released PADS Dasher also stayed with us. I have been working hard on loose...

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Alcy | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Awoo furiends and hoomans. Unfortunately, it has not been an absolutely fabulous February. I seem to have picked up a bit of a puppy bug and had to go see a nice lady. She is called a Vet. She gave my hoomans some good-tasting paste that I loved to gobble down and...

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Leone | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates

My name is Leone, and I have lots to tell you! In February, I moved to a new home. My human raiser is Beth, and I have a canine friend named Brew. Beth and her family love me! I am a very smart, sensitive and gentle puppy. Part of my time with Beth is spent in...

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Jax | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Jax got to experience some of the Vernon Winter Carnival events. He was fascinated by the big colourful hot air balloons and wasn’t even bothered when they made a loud whooshing noise. He was very curious about all the strange characters and sounds from the...

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Birdie II | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates

The snow has pretty much melted around town, but there’s still plenty up in the mountains, so this month we tried yet another winter sport: snowshoeing. Birdie accompanied me three times at various snowshoe trails: Telemark Ski Club’s high ridge trail, Kelowna Nordic...

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Aquila | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates

February was a bit of a quiet month for Aquila as she was in heat.We still did lots of practice on her skills, especially Perch – focusing on maintaining a perch with lots of distractions happening around her. And she certainly made sure to play in the snow with...

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Rupert | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Rupert is rapidly growing and showing so much love for people. He absolutely loves the snow, walks, meeting new people and dogs and eating. He’s such a blessing to have around and so easy to love. Submitted by:...

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