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Melon | February 2023

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Melon is a very sweet and happy boy enjoying the warmer weather. We are working on his durations.

Submitted by: Alanna Cooper

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ABOUT PADS

PADS dogs are raised and trained on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Waututh), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis (Ktunaxa), Ĩyãħé Nakón mąkóce (Stoney), Niitsítpiis-stahkoii ᖹᐟᒧᐧᐨᑯᐧ ᓴᐦᖾᐟ (Blackfoot / Niitsítapi ᖹᐟᒧᐧᒣᑯ), Tsuut’ina & Michif Piyii (Métis) Nations, and the Syilx Okanagan People.

We acknowledge the importance of these lands and their history. We do this to reaffirm our commitment and responsibility in improving relationships between nations and to improving our own understanding of local Indigenous peoples and their cultures.

We breed, raise and train fully certified assistance dogs. Our service (mobility & PTSD) and hearing dogs provide life-changing independence to those with disabilities. Our accredited facility dogs work with community professionals, such as teachers, RCMP and psychologists to help support healthy communities.

PADS is a fully accredited member of Assistance Dogs International.

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We train life-changing dogs for incredible people with disabilities & community care professionals.

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Jul 11

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Noble Nova III continues to shine as she embarks on her new career as a hearing dog ✨

As this gorgeous girl heads on to Team Training and meets her new partner, we'd like to extend a big thank you to all the members of her village who have supported her on her journey.

🐾 Program of Origin: @herodogsinc
🐶 Puppy-Raisers: Ryleigh Jacobs & Caleb Vanderleek, Naz Jhinnu
💙 Sponsor: Treffner Family Charitable Fund
🎓 Advanced Sitter: Julie Cochrane, Angela Davidson, and Susan Hollingshead

#DogsWithJobs #LifeInTheBlueVest

Photo description: PADS Nova III, a yellow Lab in a blue PADS vest, sits on the grass in front of a moss-covered tree. She looks attentively at the camera. Beside her is a black sign with white writing that reads "Nova III got a job. Congratulations team!"

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Jul 10

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Summer Safety Tips - Toe Bean Protection 🐾

Once the sun starts to shine, the ground can heat up quickly. Hot surfaces can be dangerous for dog paws, so keep these tips in mind to help keep your dog's toe beans safe:

☀️ Stay out of the sun - Schedule your walks for early in the day before the sun has a chance to heat the ground up, or in the evenings once it's cooled down.

☀️ Be mindful of different terrains - Artificial grass, asphalt, and cement can all heat up quick, and darker surfaces can require more caution.

☀️ Test the temperature - An easy tip to prevent any paw pad burns is to test the temperature of the ground with the back of your hand. If you can't keep your hand on the surface for 10 seconds, it's too hot for your pups feet!

☀️ Cover up - Booties can help to protect feet if your dog needs to be on a hot surface.

#DogSafety #DogTraining

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Photo 1: A young yellow lab is held in a person's arms, with her paw pads facing the camera.
Photo 2: A close up of a yellow lab's hind paw pads. In the background, you can see that the dog lays on a dog bed and looks over her shoulder at the camera.
Photo 3: A close up of a young yellow lab's paw pads.

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Jul 10

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The best updates include the words ‘It’s been life-changing.’

After a long career as a police officer, and a diagnosis of PTSD, we’re pleased to report that Hughie now gets to enjoy his retirement with PADS Silky II by his side. Running errands, attending appointments, and even getting sleep have all become easier since Silky came into his life: “The attention and companionship that Silky offers every day is truly amazing… my quality of life both at home and out in public is greatly improved.”

Read more about Silky’s impact through the link in our bio 🔗

#LifeInTheBlueVest #DogsWithJobs

Photo description: Hughie, a man wearing a striped t-shirt and a smile, sits on a leather couch. PADS Silky II, a yellow lab in a blue PADS vest, sits between his feet and rests her head on Hughie’s knee.

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Jul 9

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Happy Tongue Out Tuesday from these party pups 🌊☀️

Even service dogs need time to let loose! What better way to cool off as the weather heats up than to leave their capes at home and head to the beach. Thanks @campuscaninesubc for organizing this beach party and Bill Ng for the photos 📸

#BeachDays #LifeInTheBlueVest

Photo descriptions: all photos show a Labrador Retriever running on a beach towards the camera. They all have loose body language, with their mouths open and ears flapping.

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Jul 7

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Congratulations to the talented Texas II who has gotten himself a job 💙🐕‍🦺

This sweet boy starts Team Training next month, and we know he'll make an amazing impact in his partner's life. Thank you to everyone in Texas' village who has helped him get this far.

🐾 Breeder Caretakers: Tracy & Greg Fuchs & Family
🐶 Puppy-Raisers: Sarah & Cynthia Markson
🎓 Advanced Sitter: Stephanie Hu & Paul Yi

Swipe to see this bracing boy in his harness 😍

#DogsWithJobs #LifeInTheBlueVest

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Photo 1: PADS Texas II, a yellow Lab in a blue PADS vest, sitting on the grass in front of a moss-covered tree. He looks calmly at the camera. Beside him is a black sign with white writing that reads "Texas II got a job. Congratulations team!"
Photo 2: Texas sits in the shade on a footpath. He wears a blue PADS bracing harness, and looks proudly at the camera.

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Jul 5

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Paw-tners in positivity 🐶 💛

PADS Link II was bursting with excitement to start his new job at the Chinook Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, and he’s been making an incredible impact. This social butterfly’s positive attitude and happy tail helps his new friends at the centre feel safe, and supports them through some of their toughest times.

Link’s partner, Baylee, says that his presence helps even the most anxious children feel at ease. “His goofy, calm personality makes every day a little brighter.”

Read more about Team Link II through the link in our bio 🔗

#DogsWithJobs #PADSDogs #AccreditedFacilityDog

Photo description: Baylee, a person with short blonde hair, glasses, and a mint-green blazer, sits next to PADS Link II, a yellow lab wearing a blue PADS vest. Baylee smiles, while Link looks soulfully at the camera.

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Jul 4

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PADS Dogs as Rascal Flavours - Margarita edition

Looking for a treat to help you beat the heat? These pups have a suggestion ☀️🐶 With 2% from every can going to PADS, Rascal Margaritas are a go-to during the Dog Days of Summer!

Please drink responsibly ✨

#DogsWithJobs

Video description: four Rascal cans come into focus with the words ‘PADS dogs as Rascal flavours pt. 2’ over top of the video. The video then transitions to a series of four shots. Each shot begins as a shot of a rascal can and then pans out to a shot of a PADS dog. The four dogs featured are: PADS Texas as the exotic Mango Passionfruit Rascal; PADS Fiddle as the Spicy Pineapple Rascal; PADS Nova as the classic Salted Lime Rascal; and PADS Waffle as the crowd-pleasing Paloma Rascal.

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Jul 3

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The Dog Days of Summer have arrived 😎☀️ Over the next few weeks we'll be sharing some summer safety tips to help your pups beat the heat. Let us know below what you'd like to see featured!

#Summer #PADSDogs

Phot description: Two black labs sit in a garden in the sun. They both wear plastic sunglasses. The dog on the right looks upwards, while the dog on the left looks out of frame.

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Jul 3

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We're pleased to announce that the trusty Triton has chosen his job!

As he looks forward to Team Training with his partner, we'd like to thank all the members of his village who have helped him on his journey.

🐾 Breeder Caretaker: Tiffany Spenard
💛 Puppy Sponsor: John Hardie Mitchell Family Foundation
🐶 Puppy-Raisers: Mikal Dughi-Ritchie, Doris Cheng & Kin Chan
🎓 Advanced Sitters: Jill Kaczur, Claire Feltham, and Anya McRae

Congratulations, Triton! We know you're going to make an amazing service dog 🐕‍🦺

#DogsWithJobs #LifeInTheBlueVest

Image description: a phot of PADS Triton, a yellow Lab in a blue PADS vest, sitting in front of a garden and looking happily at the camera. Beside him is a black sign with white writing that reads "Triton got a job. Congratulations team!"

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