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Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates
Hi Everyone! It feels like spring is here and summer is coming fast! I have been busy at the baseball diamonds with my human brother’s spring sport. I’m learning that even though I’m outside I need to settle when I’m asked to and ignore things... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Alma had a great month. She started off by going on a puppy swap where she got to experience going to school every day. She had some downtime as she went into heat. She enjoyed a short trip to Pender Island where she explored the beaches and the smells of all the deer... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Calgary, Pupdates
Bagel has had an exciting month! We moved into a new home, and she has a nice big backyard to roll around in. She loves coming to work every day and has quickly become a local celebrity in the office. Her sweet and gentle nature has made many people question why their... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
We are excited to welcome Bunker to our advanced training crew! Bunker is an enthusiastic, fun guy who loves running around with friends and learning new skills. His raisers have done an amazing job with Bunker, and they should be very proud of him as he is a true... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
May has been a busy month for Denali II! She is really getting into the swing of things in Advanced Training and has been working hard on her skills, such as chin targeting, lateral movement and polite greetings. When she is not training, she likes to get the party... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
We are so excited to welcome Maggie II to the Calgary Advanced Training Crew! Maggie is settling in great with the rest of the team and loves that she gets to train and play with her new classmates. Maggie is a super sweet and soft girl who loves to cuddle and be... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Quiche went to the dentist and though she didn’t get any work done, she was very patient while I was seeing the dentist and the hygienist. They loved her and were super impressed with how quiet and how quickly she just settled down for a 2-hour wait. Her... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Our first month with PADS Nova III was joyous. Just when we thought we would not get another pup, she weaselled her way very quickly into our hearts and adjusted well. We tried to keep the transition relatively gentle for her, so she mostly got to spend time at home,... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
We are very excited to announce that Cheddar has passed her pre-placement testing! Way to go, Cheddar! We look forward to seeing Cheddar begin her forever job as an amazing Accredited Facility Dog! Her trainer Evelyn and the PADS advanced training staff are very... Read more
Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates
I’m a rockstar puppy in training. I always wow everyone at puppy class ’cause I’m so smart and eager to learn. I’m a pretty good loose-leash walker now, but I walk like a lion because my paws are so darn big. I’m starting to grow into all... Read more
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
Team Zion II is excited to announce their partnership! Together they have completed team training and are happily getting to know each other better as they navigate the world by each other’s side. Zion’s Client shared that it was an instant connection upon... Read more
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
We are excited to announce another graduate team: Nicole and Ranger III! Nicole is on her third service dog from PADS, and she and Ranger are already making progress in building their partnership. Nicole shares: “We have only been together a month and a half,... Read more
Friday, May 19, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
The tremendous Trek is proud to announce that he got a job! He passed his pre-placement testing and has been matched with a client. Whelping Home: Dorothy & Kevin Root Puppy-Raisers: Karina & Frank Nickel and Rheanne Beierle & Alexander Watt Advanced... Read more
Friday, May 12, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
April has been a busy month for Alpine! She is really getting into the swing of things in advanced training and has been working hard on her service dog skills, like retrieving and closing doors. When she is not training, she likes to get the party started with the... Read more
Sunday, May 7, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Life is all around the house & backyard for me this month when I am in heat. I always give Mom a look when she keeps following me to the backyard with a leash connected to me. I thought I was already a big girl and I didn’t need mom all the time. Submitted by: Yin... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
The zesty Zion II is proud to announce that she got a job! She passed her pre-placement testing and has been matched with a client. Congratulations to PADS Zion II and her community of amazing supporters for their time, energy, and dedication to his success! Whelping... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Woof woof! It’s me, the good girl doggo you were talking about earlier. I’ve been spending some time with a different sitter, and my human told me that I’ve been doing a pawsome job helping out with the sitter’s kiddos and being a good... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Radar is improving every month, and we are really proud of him! Our 1-year-old puppy can now stay in his kennel in the morning without whining. He can stay for 4 hours at home without a problem, and at school, he goes in his kennel by himself after he’s tired of... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Thorin has fully recovered from his neuter last month and is still full of beans in terms of energy and enthusiasm. This month Thorin got to experience sailboat life as we ventured across Georgia Strait to Vancouver Island with him. He was a natural and adapted very... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Camilo has continued to work on his training this month and has done well in his puppy classes. He is always overjoyed to see his classmates! Camilo has had outings to the mall and other shopping centres where he has been well-behaved and has not been concerned by the... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Birdie turned 9 months on April 2nd, is doing well with her core commands and has settled nicely into a routine. Tick meds have been administered, and we are waiting for her first heat to arrive. After hiking at Predator Ridge, Birdie’s sponsor, we took a picture of... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
This month Lady II has been learning all kinds of new skills! We have introduced “button,” and she loves jumping up to hit that button! She has also been exposed to a wheelchair this month and is picking up the movements and commands around the chair with ease. She... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates
This month, Scramble has been learning how to remove socks off her trainer’s feet and help her take off her jacket. She has also been reviewing all the commands she already knows in preparation for team training at the beginning of May! Scramble truly is a unicorn dog... Read more
Monday, May 1, 2023 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Shimmer continues to be a spicy, loving pup. She enjoys outings and settles nicely. She accompanied us on a trip to Chaberton Winery for tasting and dinner. Going to the Crescent Beach dog park is a favourite and calmly walking around the park before playing is... Read more
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Asti
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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
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