All Pupdates
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Perry stayed with a new family for the month of November while her raiser was away on vacation. Perry was very busy and went everywhere – Costco, the dentist, Superstore and even Metrotown. Perry even helped at the elementary school helping with the fruit and... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates
This month was kind of divided into two parts for me. During the first half of the month, I had lots of hikes and some fun playdates, went to a mountain to play in the snow, and visited many big and small stores. I even went for a swim! Then, around the middle of the... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
This month, Melon has been working on perfecting his skills for his pre-placement testing next month! He has been going on a lot of field trips, as well as learning some fun-specific tasks for the job. A few of those include giving hugs, a chin target to the lap of... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
We are so excited to welcome Fraser III into advanced training! Fraser arrived at advanced training at the beginning of the month and has settled in very nicely. He is a super sweet guy with a beautiful disposition. His puppy raiser has worked really hard because he... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates
I hope this message finds you well and ready to hear all about Bagel’s adventures in November! It’s been quite a festive month for our furry friend. Firstly, Bagel has been an absolute trooper in helping me tackle the Christmas shopping. Navigating through... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I moved to a new raiser, and she works in what’s called an office. The people are really nice, and I’m learning not to jump up to try to kiss them. I mean, who doesn’t want puppy kisses?! Here are some pics of me in my new office and my new office kennel, I like it... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates
November was A pretty quiet month for Rufous. He had an exciting puppy class field trip to the mall and a few day outings out and about through the Okanagan Valley. He has been working at home, improving at ignoring typical household distractions (ex. vacuums). He... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Steller continues to have a strong personality. He knows how to behave…when he wants to! He loves his puppy zoomies but has a great off-switch. An enjoyable “sidekick”! Submitted by: Paul... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Working on: basic cues, sit, down, stand durations, recall, handler transfers, dog distraction, and meet & greet. Field trips: pharmacy, grocery stores, meetings of 15 + people (1 hr. duration), Costco, Canadian Tire. Home Depot and restaurants. Improvements: in... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Hey there, pawsome pals! It’s your furry friend, Jones, the Labrador Retriever on a mission. Can you believe it’s November already? Time sure flies when you’re having a tail-wagging good time. This month has been a rollercoaster of new experiences... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
November has been a month of new experiences! The start of the month began with a beach day celebration to congratulate PADS Tio on making it to Puppy University, a.k.a. Advanced Training. I will miss my campus canine buddy but am excited to keep learning so I can... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Glisten explored all of the fall colours in Kitsilano this month. She went to watch a field hockey game and was much improved in her training (especially on loose leash walking and checking in as we walked). Glisten has a fantastic personality – she absolutely... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi, Everyone! In November, the pumpkins and leaf piles disappeared. They were fun while they lasted. Now, fog rolls across the park, frost crunches underfoot, fuzzy slippers sit by the door and twinkly lights are popping up everywhere. So, my PADS world is coming... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
This month, I officially joined the breeding program as a stud dog and I settled into my new home. My breeder caretakers were my puppy sitters when I was 6 months old, 16 months, 19 months, and even last month so I was super excited to see them! We went to puppy... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Marsh’s Marvellous Month of November. Marsh here. November was quite a busy month, but there were also lots of opportunities for morning and afternoon naps. At school, I spent time with the kindergarten students, and we had to help them learn the proper way to line up... Read more
Friday, December 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates
I got to have a little fall getaway for about two weeks. I had such a great time, but let me be very clear: I missed my family! I’ve stayed with this new family before, and I quite enjoy them. They give great belly rubs, and they’ve taken me on several big, long... Read more
Wednesday, November 29, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates
PADS Mobility Team Louis has sent us an update on their life together! “My name is Louis; I am a stability assistance dog in North Vancouver. I have a heavy head, and I love to work with and for my human Lori. My human tells me she has a brain injury that caused... Read more
Monday, November 27, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates
Supportive Sinclair has got a job as an Accredited Facility Dog! He and his new client are both the lucky beneficiaries of the hard work and dedication of our volunteers, including: Breeder Caretakers: Sandra Koziol Puppy-Raiser: Lisa Moralejo Puppy-Sitter: Michelle... Read more
Saturday, November 25, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Robust Roan has got a job! “Roany the Pony” — so nicknamed not only because he’s from the Horse Colours Litter but also because he’s a BIG boy — will be starting his career as a mobility service dog very soon, and we’re so... Read more
Friday, November 24, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates
Mobility Team Silver and PADS Trek are loving life together, and Silver sent us this wonderful message on the difference having a PADS dog has made in her life: “Struggling with an invisible disability, It’s all too common to feel invisible as a person as... Read more
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
The Brilliant Bunker got a job! This handsome pup is matched with a client, and they’re already in team training together. Many thanks to the people that got him this far: Breeder Caretakers: Robin Bruder and Ty Brooks Puppy-Raisers: Lauren Hamilton and Brad... Read more
Monday, November 20, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
Quick-witted Queso has been quality-checked and gotten himself a job! We are so grateful to the fantastic village that prepared him for his client. Breeder Caretaker: Robin Bruder and Ty Brooks Puppy-Raisers: Amy Barnett and Andrew Roberts, Heather Kidd and family... Read more
Saturday, November 18, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
The Adept Alpine has found her match and gotten a job! Thank you to all who helped to prepare her for her client: Breeder Caretakers: Dorothy and Kevin Root Puppy-Raisers: Stephanie Jaggard Advanced Sitters: Simon Mitchell, Cathy Beaumont, Kerry Shepherd, Wendy... Read more
Friday, November 10, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Pupdates
Update: Findlay and her client are thriving as a Service Dog Team, and sent in this update on their life together: “When I met my Findlay, I was in awe at her great temperament and training. She is the perfect match for me – playful, athletic, cuddly and... Read more
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