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Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Sprinter has been going on various field trips this month to continue refining her skills and maintaining her chill patiently between tasks. She has been doing a lovely job of nudging as needed and then standing patiently by or holding down in the “post” position.... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Glisten has been coming along well with her skills this month! We’re unsure what career she would like, but she is having a blast working on all the special and everyday skills. Glisten has been working on strengthening her default leave it for things like food on the... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
More wonderful news from Miss Mercedes! She has been successfully matched with a client! We can’t share a lot of details. However, we can say that her handler is in on Vancouver Island and is very excited to be matched with Mercedes! While Mercedes was prepping a new... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
More fantastic news from Miss DeeDee! She has been matched successfully with a client! We can’t share a lot of details. However, we can say that her handler is in Saskatchewan and is very excited to be matched with DeeDee! While DeeDee was prepping a new sound for her... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
March has been a busy month for Mango II as we make final preparations for the upcoming Pre Placement Test. Mango really hit a new gear this month and rose to the challenge! Mango is feeling more like a solid working dog every day while still retaining a healthy dose... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Loki II reached a major milestone in March by successfully completing his Preplacement Testing! He has now moved into the matching process, where he will find his future client match. Loki is a steadfast, calm, and extremely loving boy, and his future is bright! A... Read more
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates
Kind Ky is pleased to announce that he’s got a job! He couldn’t have gotten to this important milestone without all the people who helped him along the way: Breeder Caretaker: Sandra Koziol Puppy-Raisers: Marilyn Harris & Robert Flood, and Nicole... Read more
Thursday, March 21, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Thoughtful Thorin is pleased to announce that he’s got a job! We couldn’t be more proud of him and his village: Breeder Caretaker: Tiff Spenard Puppy-Raisers: Cindy Masaro & Dennis Hartman Puppy-Sitters: Carrie Stefanson & Darren Slavik Advanced... Read more
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
Update: “The Calgary Police Services Victim Assistance Support Team (VAST) is excited to welcome Const. Aaron Lang & Melon to the team! Const. Lang has been with the CPS for 10 years, most recently serving with District 1. Melon, a 2-year-old black Labrador... Read more
Monday, March 18, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates
Update: Please join us in welcoming Team Pecan to the PADS Village! Matched late last year, thus the Christmas photo, Robin recently shared with us how life has changed with PADS Pecan by his side. “Since receiving Pecan, my black Labrador Retriever service dog,... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I got to spend time with the most awesomest puppy sitter. I got to play with another doggo and had coffee dates, and did I mention, play with another doggo!! I’m working on riding in the car nicely, as I like to jump around, so I get belted in when we’re driving to... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Towhee had another busy month. She is a very sweet girl, she likes to cuddle but also loves to train and is quick to learn new skills. This month, she got to go to Seattle for the weekend and she was a star as usual ignoring all the people and smells while walking... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Mario had a busy month at elementary school with so many things to celebrate, including special events for Carnaval de Quebec with his French Immersion class! He had a great time meeting new little friends at another school while he spent some time with a sitter. He... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
Hi there, It’s Bagel here, ready to share all the amazing things I’ve been up to in February! Let me tell you, it’s been a month filled with fun, family, and fabulous achievements. First off, Family Day at the lake was an absolute blast! I had the time of my life... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Rosa is working on her stand duration and polite greetings. Submitted by: Alanna... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I have spent most of the month with a family who has 2 teenagers, who have been puppy-sitting me, while my raiser went on vacation. They have taken me on so many adventures, and I love going everywhere with them. I went grocery shopping – including Costco, the... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Winter just isn’t letting go this month. We get some snow; it melts a bit and then we have more snow again! We’ve made the best of it by exploring the many hiking trails around us. Sometimes they are icy and I have to wear my cleats, but nothing seems to faze Birdie.... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
February’s been a splash of fun and learning! I’ve been clocking in more time with various raisers and sitters, spreading the love and the licks around. It’s tough watching my humans leave, but each goodbye gets a little easier, especially when... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Happy heart month everyone! I kept myself busy by volunteering to be a practice patient at Douglas College, going with Mum to some appointments, exploring the shipyard district in North Van, and attending sessions as part of a Pro-D Day, plus visiting out in... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
Rimbey had spent time with a few different families in February and by all accounts, she’s a hit everywhere. Rimbey is a nice and kind dog that’s a joy to have in my office all day at work. Recently, she passed out during a meeting of about 20 people in a crowded room... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Calvin has been actively participating in many UBC events this month. He began February by joining the UBC dentistry event, where he settled on his mat with his mentor, PADS Taj. He enjoyed receiving lovely pats from everyone and is starting to show his calm... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Morena had a fun February, after having been in heat for most of January. She has really enjoyed her off-leash adventures and her recall while out on the trails is fantastic. During her off-leash time she has had the chance to meet new friends and her dog distraction... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
It was another month with lots of time spent outdoors with friends! Parker had reunions with Grandpa Balfour at New Brighton Park and with Papa Cleat at a PADS event downtown. She also got to meet her baby niece, Lumina, at puppy class. Submitted by:... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Well, another month has flown by, and Hazel continues to grow and learn. She took a ferry trip to Nanaimo and was a star. She even did a “better go” on the small pad put down!! Photo of her peeking from under the seat. She loves to train and aces trips to the mall and... Read more
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