All Pupdates
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Was a sad and busy month for me. I lost my brother from another mother this month, so went to stay with a sitter cause the house was kinda sad. BUT, when I got back we did all kinds of neat things. We got to paint with our paws and noses in class. I did a beautiful... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Great News! Betty is pregnant. Babies are on board. Her due date is Mar 11th. She is quickly adapting to her mama job. She becomes round, slow, and cautious every day. She has morning sickness and is picky about her food. She likes quiet and nice places. Betty’s... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
It is nice to connect with you all, if only online. I hope to meet some of you in class or at other events. But let me introduce myself. I am Tobias, and I just arrived this week from Kansas. They treated me as cargo, but it wasn’t too bad because Krista was there in... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
It was the month of love, and Puzzle gave and got lots of love. He explored Science World like a pro. He explored IKEA less like a pro and more like a curious, always-on-the-move puppy. He had an exciting trail walk with other PADS puppies, which included a lot of... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Rufous had a fairly quiet February, getting back into his normal routine after his fun times with a sitter in January. We did many outings to practice his public behaviour, including trips to the dentist, bank, grocery stores and HearingLife. He has also been really... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Aspen has had a busy month – she has been to a puppy sitter for four days where two of them went to an elementary school for the day. She has played a lot with my golden retriever and has gone on many local trips to coffee shops, stores etc. She is just so much... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Marsh’s Marvellous month of February: February might be the shortest month, but I certainly squeezed in plenty. Every day, I practice basic cues and every month I learn a new one or two. This month I learned the stand cue, and the roll cue, and perfected my heel cue.... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
My second litter was born this month – in Ontario! My hooman took me along on a business trip to Toronto, but I didn’t spot any puppies. I’m becoming a pro at curling up in the floor space and falling asleep on planes. I went to some different restaurants this... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
Hello Everyone! I’m 3 months old now and settling in with my human family nicely. I’ve had all sorts of new experiences in my short life. I have two canine friends, Brew and Slick, and I have two homes, one city home and one mountain home. In the city, I’ve gone to... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
February has been quite the adventure-packed month for me, and I literally just got here! I’ve been on many outings and I almost feel like a tourist in my own city. From visiting the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre and Science World to exploring the Bloedel... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
Valentino May have a lady’s name, but he is a boy through and through. Arriving after a long journey from BC, we spent the first few days just chilling and introducing Tino to his big sisters, Callie and Stella and his feline friends, Hugo and Nova. Turns out he... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi, Everyone! Well, no Late Winter hibernating for me! February was a busy month full of parties, play & practice. So much of the fun was courtesy of our Cohort Trainer, Chelsea. She’s magnificent! First, she organized an Off-Leash Trail Adventure, especially for... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Glisten is a keen and quick learner! She is enjoying learning new skills and refining her obedience. This month, she worked on movement next to a power chair. She does well to work alongside it and has quickly picked up different positional cues for moving around it.... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
This month, Radar II has been working on perfecting his cues and is doing a great job. Radar has started learning his “visit” cue. We have decreased the amount of food we use in public to get him ready for testing in the next few months, and he is doing... Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Exciting news! Abra has taken her pre-placement testing, and her scores have been evaluated. We are excited to announce that she has officially passed! She will continue to train to maintain her skills and practise more with others as her handler on obedience-type... Read more
Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Update: We’re so very proud to announce our newest Hearing Dog Team, Ulrich and PADS Charm! ✨ The pair were matched in late 2023, and Ulrich sent us this update on his long wait for a dog, and what a different Charm has made to him and his whole family:... Read more
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates
Meet Mary-Jo and PADS Scramble, who she calls Angel. This dynamic duo were matched last November—hence the Christmas photo—and are doing great! We recently caught up with Mary-Jo and she was delighted to tell us about her experience with PADS and update us on her and... Read more
Friday, February 2, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
It has been an interesting month. I love to cuddle with my brother Dean! I celebrated the New Year in my kennel fast asleep! I had many encounters outside of the house this past month. I went out to breakfast and lay nice and quiet under the table. I love going to... Read more
Friday, February 2, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
We had a big, important “first” last month! Parker’s first plane ride took us to visit family in the Kootenays, and she rocked the airport like a pro and got smiles out of all the other passengers on the plane. She has had plenty of snowy adventures... Read more
Friday, February 2, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
January brought a quieter start to the year for Nova III after a very busy Christmas break. But, it was a BIG month because Nova turned one. It has been fun to journey with this spicy pup as she shows us daily that she is eager to work and loves a good cuddle. She... Read more
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Bosc is a very sweet puppy who likes to be with kids and around the house. He has good house manners and knows his boundaries. He’s lovely and greets you nicely in the morning. He’ll go under the table when it’s mealtime for humans. Submitted... Read more
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Happy New Year from Orion II! This month, Orion joined Jade’s string! Orion is a very goofy boy and has some spunk to him. He is a kennel buddy with PADS Wilma, and they have a blast together! We have been taking this month slowly while learning to figure out... Read more
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Happy New Year from Radar II! This month Radar has been working on his default leave it to kibbles on the ground and tuning up all his positions and cues. Radar has been working on dog distraction and is doing great. When we had our snowfall, Radar enjoyed running... Read more
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Happy New Year from Thorin! Thorin spent the past month with his advanced dog sitter, having many great experiences. He travelled to Vancouver Island to spend time with friends and their dogs over the New Year’s weekend and to Sechelt for a weekend getaway later... 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
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