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Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
This month, Finch has been in heat, so, there were not a lot of new experiences, but more of a month of recovery. Finch met two fabulous sitters, one regular and one new, and both of them took great care of Finch while she was going through her heat. Finch got to... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
December was a busy month, as it is for most people. Indy had the opportunity to work on her dog distraction at Lafarge Lake a number of times as we walked around the lit path numerous times – a great photo op in the igloo! We even ‘worked’ at... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Happy New Year!! It’s been a nice month of December for me here. It was pretty everywhere we went! Lights and decorations were everywhere and I was such a good girl to leave them all alone! I even left the balls on the tree alone! But they weren’t safe... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Rosa had a fun and exciting December. She went on a road trip to Revelstoke for a couple of days and had her friend, released Yahtzee, stay with us over the holidays. She had fun and was great during the festivities. We are working on stairs, heel, and stand cues.... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
2024 is around the corner, and my raiser and I can’t wait to get the new year started. Originally a Cali girl, I flew in from the States and met my raiser in November. Since then, I’ve been working on getting used to my new setting, and I’ve been... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Morena had a very busy December. She had her Public Access assessment, which she studied hard for and was very excited about! She spent a lot of time in the hospital visiting a family member and made so many people happy with her presence – she was quiet and... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Merry Christmas!!! December was a fun and busy month. Enjoy some photos taken over the holidays. Submitted by: Jen... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Quiche was so happy to finish her heat cycle and come back home in time for Christmas celebrations. She did well with spending time with 3 different babysitters one of which she had 2 other released PADS dogs (Simone and Journey) to play with. Once home, life got... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Towhee is a sweet and gentle girl who likes to train. She had some new experiences in December and went to the gym with her raiser and was well-behaved and slept through most of it. She also got to try yoga and her favourite part was shavasana when she got to curl up... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates
Dylan II had a great holiday season and is now back at it and continuing to learn more and more about his future career. He is getting more comfortable with staying focused on the handler and his skills have continued to improve. Skills being learned: Positioning cues... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
What a month! December was filled with many festive activities and new experiences for Cela. We just completed a 2 week puppy swap so Cela came back home and immediately wondered who had been sleeping in her bed! But all was forgotten when she had her first romp back... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
This month, Orion II is currently living with his advanced sitter until the Advanced Trainer is ready to take over. He is working on being calm around others and settling. He loves playing on forest walks with his sitters and visiting the ocean. They have a nearby... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
After turning 1 on the 1st of November, Asti came into heat and it went on and on. With no public access allowed during this time, our routine was disrupted and when we hit December with no sign of it stopping we were both needing OUT big time. Of course block walks... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
It has been another eventful month for Rimbey. She spent a week with a sitter family and made quick friends while I was away for work and when she came back Rimbey looked a month older. It’s that time in their life when they grow in leaps and bounds. On the training... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Betty keeps thriving this month. She is amazing at school. In this busy season, kids start to have difficulty due to schedule changes. Betty makes school kids happy, comfortable, and productive. When students are reluctant to come to school, Betty will greet them.... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Steller has calmed down overall but has a huge problem with dog distraction at times. When focused on treats, he holds it together, but not always. He is comfortable going to his kennel for the night when he’s tired and settles nicely. He behaves well in stores,... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
Happy New Year! Crumpet has settled in and has shown what a sweet girl she is. She loves everyone she meets and every toy she sees. She has been a pleasure to have. This month, we have been working on movement skills and teaching Crumpet to be thoughtful in her... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Okanagan, Pupdates
I’m growing fast – 65 lbs already! I’ve been to a hockey game, Dr visits with my humans, Christmas shopping and hanging out with the kids. I welcomed two new kittens into the family. And I keep them nice and clean. I’ve enjoyed this warm winter weather and have... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
At the beginning of the month, Petra travelled to Calgary for some AFD-style field trips. She met tons of people and did well working around all the distractions. She was a crowd favourite! Right now, we are mainly focusing on sides and heels, chin targeting, position... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Ky had a great holiday season and is now back at it and continuing to learn more and more about his future career. He is getting more comfortable with the power chair, and his skills have continued to improve. Skills being learned: Opening doors Working on: Walking... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
December kicked off with a full-day conference…which I admit, I slept through most of the days speakers. When I was awake though, I stayed on my little mat until it was time to stretch my legs. I was so quiet that most people didn’t realize I was there! We spent a lot... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Calgary, Pupdates
Sylvan (affectionately referred to as Sweet Sylvie) by her puppy raisers had a great December. She enjoyed many outings as well as quiet time at home with her family and PADS big sister Taliyah. Submitted by: Rob & Janet... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Well, I have met my new mom for the first time. I have only been with her for a short time. Apparently, I came to her on her birthday this month. Her last dog did leave a note for me, that told me to watch out for the cats (apparently they are a shifty lot). He was... Read more
Monday, January 1, 2024 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
It was a busy December for me! I settled back in with my co-raising humans after my two-week puppy swap. My month was full of Christmas stuff (so many lights, decorations and treats!) and our usual week-to-week activities and errands. Our puppy class had a Christmas... Read more
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