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Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Jingle II made her appearance on pickup day in November, looking oh so cute, and since then she has melted many hearts! She has had a busy month and a half making guest appearances in various venues. Her first social outing was at the PADS campus, where she met a... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Calgary, Pupdates
December was such a fun month. I had the opportunity to volunteer at a party fundraiser for Youthlink in Calgary. Santa was there, and even the Grinch. I got to meet so many awesome kids, and even the mayor stopped by. It was so much fun. There were lots of outings in... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hello friends! I paddled away from mama Fernie and my litter mates late in December and am currently hanging out with my raiser. We’ve been keeping things low-key as I navigate the busy holiday season. The human says I am very sweet and steady, a little chipper, and a... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
December has been very busy and full of special events! Windsor met Santa Claus at our puppy class Christmas Party, and he enjoyed all the Christmas spirit at school and around town. Windsor got to fly to Ontario to spend 2 weeks with his raiser’s family and a... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Nellie has been with me for 2 weeks now, over the holidays. She is a Special little munchkin. She is so sweet and has the best temperament. Everybody loves her. She has been doing very well at work and also with all of her new dog friends. Her favourite is Beans,... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Hey everyone, it’s me, Skaha, checking in from Kelowna with my 15-month update. December turned out to be a pretty great month for getting out and about, with daily neighbourhood walks every day. We lucked out with hardly any snow and temperatures that weren’t too... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Elora had an exciting December! She had a couple of sits this month. She took a couple of day trips to Vancouver Island. She had a busy Christmas, with 4 family meals, and enjoyed playing with family dogs. She really liked her Christmas presents! Submitted... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
December has been a wonderful month. I accompanied my hooman to her final exam and then got to have a well-deserved rest with my pals Taj and PADS Casper. Once school was finished for the semester, I started noticing these festive things popping up everywhere. It... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Photos below… Submitted by: Zita/Raymond, PADS Puppy in Training... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Pandora is great. She has spent all of November and most of December with her first sitter and has adapted very nicely. She is very affectionate and likes being close, but she is also content to chill out in her kennel or on her bed. She is tiny for a one-year-old and... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Rita spent 3 weeks in December with two different sitters. She really enjoyed running in the backyard and wore a track in the muddy, wet lawn. There were lots of wet walks in the neighbourhood, but Rita stood patiently to have her feet dried off. She even posed nicely... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Sweet PADS Elsie was welcomed into our household in mid-December to continue her PADS puppy training journey with us. She is a happy, calm pup that already has her foundation skills at 5 months old, including loose-leash walking, on cue for toileting, settles... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Let the festivities begin! After Libby’s return from her puppy swap mid-month, December continued to be a month full of social events and bright lights. Libby attended several Christmas parties and visited Santa at a mall. She also received a lovely Christmas gift... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Zuby was with us for about 4 weeks. We took her with us to many places. She got to ride on the skytrain, seabus, as well as the bus. She was very good each time. She was so well-behaved while waiting in a very long lineup to get on the Seabus. At least 45 minutes. She... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi everypawdy! My hoomans told me it’s almost Christmas—or as I like to call it, Woofmas! To kick off the holiday fun, they brought me to a pawsome holiday party where I got to meet PADS Toad and PADS Minnie! I even spotted my half-sister Pixie from afar—we exchanged... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I came to live with Barb and Patrick at the beginning of December, and so far, things are really good. We get to go to lots of exciting places like Costco and Home Depot, and Barb tells me I have been a really good girl. Patrick tells me that I snore REALLY loudly, so... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
We welcomed wee Royal from the RCMP Veterans litter. She is a sweet girl who is quick to learn. She loves to play with the new kitten in Nicole’s home. Submitted... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
It is hard to believe that Mozza is now 17 months old! What a wonderful Christmas she had with her raisers’ family and friends. Mozza entered her second heat cycle the day before she was scheduled to be spayed, which will delay her turn in day! On Boxing Day,... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Rooty has had many experiences this month. Regular early morning walks, daily indoor-track cape walks. We’ve had a few 2 a.m. call-outs to plow snow, which he tolerates well. Lots of back and forth with sudden stops and turns. He sometimes watches what’s... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Arthur had a good Christmas. He loved the excitement of people coming and going. Some of his highlights in December were the MLS cup watch party at BC Place, a new sitter, the casino, and an overnight at a hotel. Submitted... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Well, we didn’t get as much snow as I was hoping for this month, but I was able to go up a mountain to get in a few snow zoomies. I have continued to work on my restaurant manners and am able to settle quite well now. I was also pretty impressive when visiting a... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Bumble is a sweet and very opinionated boy. He loves to ask for scritches and especially enjoys Kongs and chewing a bone in front of the fireplace. He and his long-term sitter spent a lot of time working on helping him become more patient and learning that he... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Calgary, Pupdates
Hi everyone! I’m nine months old now, and winter has officially taken over my world. Suddenly, there’s snow under my paws, frost on my nose, and twinkling lights everywhere I look. I’m learning how to walk properly in my boots, pounce through snow piles, and still... Read more
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
December was a busy month for Goaldie. Going to different shopping malls over the holidays. Went on a Ferry Ride to Victoria, stayed in a hotel & saw all the Christmas lights and decorations along the waterfront. Goaldie had a great time on Christmas Day, with... Read more