All Pupdates
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Tracker has been improving by leaps and bounds this month on his recall and walking calmly beside his human when on or off leash. He had an opportunity to go for a boat ride on a sunny day, although doesn’t enjoy getting on board. It will give him something new... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi friends! This month I continued my routine of going to lectures with my raiser. I’m always an angel during lectures and I just nap under the desk. I also grew a lot this month! I lost most of my teeth and became less sharky, which mom is very happy about. I... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
March was a rollercoaster ride; I had a really poor tummy at the start of the month, so I had a few weeks of rest and recuperation. Thankfully I made a full recovery, and have come back louder and stronger than ever before! Also, kind of a big deal, I have a best... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Big milestone this month as Indy was spayed. The biggest challenge was keeping her calm & quiet for recuperation – by day 2 (of 14) she was ready to GO! Since running/physical activities were on hold, we spent some time with ‘brain games’ that... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I met my family who will raise me for the next few months the last week of March. I live with 2 teenagers, a kitten and a small doggy. They told me that I had lots to learn and that they would take me on lots of adventures. I have already gone to the mall, the dentist... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Roku has been with our family for 16 days. He is happily learning positive manners and behaviours. Roku is happy, healthy, and growing everyday. He is learning the difference between toileting inside and outside; he is very smart! Roku is asking at the door to go... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi Everyone! Well, for me, March was all about seeing old friends and making new ones, visiting my usual haunts and seeking new adventures! At last, I met up with my Favourite Person Susan at Maynard’s Farm and had a visit with Don Quixote the Rescue Donkey! He spent... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Tetris has settled in to her Okanagan life. She’s a lovely pup who’s quick and eager to learn. She is currently curtailed on public outings as she is in her first heat cycle. She has been enjoying lots of outdoor adventure walks and hikes. Submitted by: Lynne... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
March was another busy month for me. I’ve had so much fun and learning! We’ve had some family and friends come over and it’s always great to be social. I have to tell you – when I see my yellow vest I get so excited because it means time for adventures and I get... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
Valentino has had a good combination of downtime at home, block walks, and some adventure walks which he absolutely loved. We have managed grocery stores without any toileting accidents but will need to work on ignoring food scraps on the floor. Tino visited CPS Head... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
It was another busy month for me! I spent some time at the arenas and at the mall where I continue to impress those who see me as I listen well and am very attentive to my raiser. I had a fun Easter weekend as I spent it with released PADS Shea and her family. We had... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
Gherkin is really developing his skills this past month of advanced training. He always comes off his bed to work with enthusiasm and always has a “let’s go to work!” attitude. He is starting to develop his more specialized skills, like tug, close,... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Digby is with me for a puppy start. He came to PADS from Joys for Living Service Dogs. He arrived with a strong start! We have been working on the 4 pillars of puppy training – Better Go Now, Loose Leash Walking, House Manners, and Kenneling. Digby is doing... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
March was a busy month for eight-month-old Finian. He met up with his cat friend Noel. They have an understanding; Noel is in charge and Finian is very respectful of this. Off to school with his PAD’s buddy, Stellar. Then there’s the usual grocery shopping, hard to... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
We are very excited to announce that Maggie II has passed her pre-placement testing and has been matched with a client! Way to go, Maggie! We look forward to seeing Maggie begin her forever job as an amazing Accredited Facility Dog! Her trainer, Evelyn, and the PADS... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
March was a busy month, with three of us having birthdays and spring break happening. The weather has warmed up, allowing us to enjoy more outside time. We also enjoyed one more hockey game before the season ended, and Toast saw his friend Rocky Raccoon again, and... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hazel continues to be a great pup! She was definitely a hit in the special “box” at the Canucks game photo included. Trips through the mall, followed by a lunch with Nicole and Towhee are always fun. Her “go say hi” is loved by all, albeit a VERY FAST greeting and a... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi PADS Village, Keller here. I came all the way from Michigan to join my dad PADS Goji here at PADS. You’ll find me in the Lower Mainland as I stay with my sitter and later meet my raiser. So far, this puppy stuff has been ruff! There are so many things to learn, and... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
In addition to settling into a new environment, Dylan II has been working on maintaining, refining, and transferring his skills to his new handler. He seems to enjoy training and will wag his tail furiously while maintaining an “SIT.” Dylan is a very affectionate dog... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
This month Cherry has been blending in perfectly with her new roomies; PADS Yoshi II, released PADS Tira, Birdie and the fellow cat, Camden. Cherry has been taking advantage of the nice weather by going on hikes everywhere. She has joined a few Advanced Training... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
March was a busy, busy month as Pear’s puppies grew and learned by leaps and bounds. The workload shifts more to myself so Pear got to transition away from purely being the milk bar and more to a teacher and playmate. Pear has made such a lovely bundle of pups. I hope... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
We received our lovely Captain back after a few months of advanced training on Vancouver Island. Captain will be on the priority list for a new advanced trainer here on the mainland. We are so happy we were able to have him back in anticipation of moving on with his... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
This month, I had a lot of fun with my friends PADS Lohn and PADS Diego. I am also sporting another one of my bandanas from my collection this month for St Patrick’s Day. Thank you to the bandana faery! Submitted by:... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Well, it has been a pretty quiet month. I went to my first set of sitters this month and spent some time away from mom. It was an interesting experience. With one sitter I went on a sailboat and went sailing. Mom has had nothing but compliments on how well-behaved and... Read more
Alma
Andie
Angel III
Arthur
Asti
Bagel
Baldwin
Belle IV
Bingo
Birdie II
Blair
Blue IV
Bonnie II
Bowden
Brava
Brinks
Bryn II
Bubba II
Buddy II
Captain
Carpie
Casey
Casper
Chester II
Chet
Chilko
Chorcha
Cleat
Clyde II
Coola
Cruiser
Crumpet
DK
Doane
Donora
Dot II
Dusky
Eddie III
Elora
Elsie
Fergus II
Fiddle
Furrow
Gadget
Gaffer
Glisten
Glover
Goaldie
Golly
Goose II
Honey IV
Hudson II
Ivy II
Jasper III
Jonsie
Kasota
Kiara II
Koi
Korra
Kyree
Lavie
Link II
Lumina
Maren
Marsh II
Mickey II
Milos
Minnie II
Minnow
Morena
Moriah
Muffin
Mushu
Nevada
Nolan
Nova III
Orion II
Parker
Perry
Petra
Pilot II
Piper IV
Pixel II
Pixie II
Poppy III
Quiche
Riff
Ritz
Royal II
Rufous
Rumi
Saphira
Sawyer
Scarlet
Seven II
Seymour II
Shah
Shelby II
Shyloh
Skaha III
Smaug
Sokka
Sparx
Spring II
Sprinter
Steller
Stetson II
T-Bone
Tank
Teenie
Tesla
Tetris
Texas II
Tide
Tiki II
Toast
Toffee
Tope
Triton
Vaseux
Viking II
Waffle
Windsor
Zuby
