All Pupdates

Kasota | November 2022

Kasota turned one this month, and we all said how fast the time has gone by. So much growing in such a short time. For her birthday Kasota got to walk the aisles at Petsmart and pick any toy she wanted…what a surprise, she picked a chew toy. Kasota had a very special...

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Shimmer | November 2022

Shimmer continues to be an eager learner and picks up new skills quickly. We are working on “bed,” and indeed, she has her very own way of getting there, complete with a half somersault. :o) Shimmer went out to dinner with us, followed by her first movie....

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Fernie | November 2022

I had a fairly low-key month, as I had a bit of an upset tummy which took some time to rest and recover from. Before that came, though, I was able to have a few fun outings joining the hooman at this huge store full of yummy yummy smells. They call it Costco. I was on...

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DeeDee | November 2022

DeeDee is working hard to hone her skills before starting her journey into advanced training. She continues to love working when we visit local restaurants, grocery stores and coffee shops. She especially enjoys practicing her recall skills at the dog park while...

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Brinks | November 2022

Hello, my name is Brinks! I’m a feisty and lively 12-week-old puppy in training. I’m living with my first human family here in Calgary, but I spend my weekends in the mountains. There are many new things to learn, including being a nice member of a family....

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Radar II | November 2022

November was a great month for Radar and his mommies! We got to sleep in until 7h30 am! That was a great change from 5 am the whole summer and 6h15 am during the school days…finally! So now that our eyes are not stuck together from the lack of sleep anymore, we...

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Sprinter | November 2022

This month I lost my big sister Abra, who is off to advanced training, and became a big sister myself. My raisers took on a new puppy. Her name is Kemble, and she is tiny and mighty! She is fearless and bosses me around. I love playing with her, but I need to remind...

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Denali II | November 2022

This month I had what the humans call spay surgery. I call it human betrayal. I had a rough first night — I was quite sad and scared, but I received many cuddles. I was much better after that. My surgery shirt was pretty cozy and made me look extra adorable. I...

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Quinn | November 2022

Good morning Quinn here again! I am now 15 months old and big and strong. I am about 64 lbs and have had a few treats taken away as I need to refine my figure again.  I had the opportunity to go to my very first Remembrance Day Ceremony at Confederation Park. I was...

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Swift | November 2022

Swift has loved trying out new skills, and her favourite right now is playing tug. Sometimes when out on field trips, things like sudden loud noises can startle her. When this happens, she does a great job of checking in with her handler and recovering quickly....

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Tracker | November 2022

Hi All! I have been busy again this month! I continue to hang out at the hockey arenas on the weekend, where I am always on my best behaviour. My family went away for a weekend, so I went to a sitter, and she took me to UofC for the day! She said I was really good and...

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Smore | November 2022

After Smore took some time to get back into the swing of things and brushing up on leave its, he is looking sharp. He is doing well settling back into good public access manners on field trips with Ashley and the rest of the advanced team. Sometimes when holding a sit...

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Dash II | November 2022

Dash II has been working on various skills and adding more to his repertoire while refining others. He’s been trying out working in a harness or next to a chair. So far, he likes working next to the chair best because he likes when he gets to go fast. His barking has...

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Alpine | November 2022

Alpine has been working on stationing and calm when she wants access to her handler. She also spent some time away from the kennel to rest from kennel cough. This gave her a chance to try out settling into a different home environment. Being in a place with multiple...

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Waffle | November 2022

Hello everyone!! My name is Waffle, I am from the Hugo & Toast sponsored litter, and I am a golden retriever/lab cross. It has been quite an adjustment to leave my littermates and start this journey in new surroundings, but my mum says I have been handling...

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Bruno | November 2022

November was a busy and fun month for Bruno. We had a few outings this month, including the mall and a sporting complex, in addition to our regular Canadian Tire and grocery store. We have been working on Bruno’s distraction when out in public as he tries to...

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Benji | November 2022

Benji had a very productive November! He is taking the next steps in learning about which environment he would like to live in and work soon.  Skills being learned: Proofing known cues    Recent field trips: Lougheed Mall, Cabelas, Ryder Lake Park  Possible behavior...

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Maggie II | November 2022

Maggie bounds with enthusiasm when practicing her skills, followed by giving the best snuggles while relaxing. The first half of the month was busy with regular stops at the mall, visits with small children, walks through several parks and meet-ups with other PADS...

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Sawyer | November 2022

Sawyer’s had another good month. She’s still tiny – only 29 lbs at nearly 6 months old – but healthy and happy. She is starting to mature and develop a nice calmness to her, though she’s still an avid worker. This month she’s gone...

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Alma | November 2022

Alma has had a busy November attending volleyball tournaments, going on the ferry, putting her feet in the ocean, and learning to settle at various appointments. The orthodontist was especially hard since she loves kids, and they just kept coming in, but she wasn’t...

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Parker | November 2022

It was a pretty quiet month – well, mostly. We went out to PADS one night, and the hooman picked up a little friend named Bagel for me. She said it was only for one night, but it would be good practice for me to have a baby puppy to play with! I’m not sure...

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Canary | November 2022

Canary has had a very good November! She’s going on field trips to different places and travelling on the ferry to and from the mainland. She’s lovely to have around and a great joy to everyone she meets. She is a keen learner and enjoys getting treats for doing...

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