Pupdates Archive - Page 32 of 205

Viking II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

I’ve only been with my temporary humans for a little bit of this month, but I wanted to share a bit of my adventures thus far. I’ve been hanging out in the house and learning the puppy basics, such as acting civil in the house, learning my name and foundation work for...

Bromley | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

After spending a large part of August with a sitter, I was back with my family for September. I was a very social boy. I got to hang out with my old house brother, Bingo, for a few days, and then, one day at work, I got to meet Zoom from the Luna Centre. I am...

Fawn | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Well, friends, I have survived my first month of school at SFU with my human. I’ve been practicing a ton of settling in classrooms and the odd lecture halls. Some days are better than others. Humans cohort is very accepting of my vocalizations as I get used to this...

Mushu | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

First month of fall! Back to school and back to regular puppy classes for us! We didn’t really take a break over the summer, maybe just a few little breaks in classes here and there, but it’s nice to get back in the swing of things, and I love the cooler weather and...

Draco II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Leaves are falling, but we’re not chasing them.There are ups and downs with training, but overall, he is learning.We recently learned how to back up with voice commands. We’re still wary of stairs, but with practice, he has been able to climb up some he...

Picard | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

The most challenging event this month was taking public transit in Vancouver and on Vancouver Island, and riding on the ferry. It took 5 hours one way! Mom says I rocked it. Then I got to enjoy a stay at a hotel, sleep in restaurants and visited lots of old people...

Libby II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

At 10 months and 46 lbs, Libby continues to grow as a sweet and smart pup! She is building on her skills, including her recall, which she demonstrates when visiting her favourite dog walk at North 40 Park. Libby is gentle around small children and kittens, which she...

Blanco | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

September has been a busy month! It started with a sunny trail walk and a relaxing evening. My furrend PADS Donner II and I have been practicing our settling in preparation for this thing called school. September marked the beginning of my education at UBC. I attend...

Beckett II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hi, I’m Beckett! I had a big month this September! I flew on my first airplane, met my puppy raiser and my new family, started getting settled in my new house and learned some cues! I can sleep through the night, sit when asked and when I want something, and I’m...

Goose II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Goose is gone camping. He’s going camping again. He loves going to the shopping center and loves to go to restaurants. He loves to go to the dentist and doctors’ appointments. He’s a great help when it’s time to do yardwork. Submitted...

Mickey II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

September is over already?! The month flew by! I kicked off the month with a training session alongside PADS Meadow at the mall, where we practiced loose leash walking, settling under a table, and our durations with distractions. I also spent time visiting a very...

Elora | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Elora had a fun September. She ran on the beach in White Rock with other dogs and really enjoyed it. She went on a bird-watching walk and didn’t notice the birds. She began attending physiotherapy sessions with her raiser and behaved very well. She attended...

Rita | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

I had such a fun September! This month, I celebrated my first-ever birthday! I’ve grown a lot in this past year, but I know I still have lots more to learn. This month was very special because I was reunited with my Campus Canines friends at UBC! It’s been...

Casper | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This month, I have been loyally accompanying my human to her lectures. I’m a pro-settler and have befriended all of my human classmates. I’m really enjoying our new routine. We started classes in August, but all my Campus Canines UBC friends started in...

Honey IV | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Well, this month started out pretty well – lots of fun hikes, some swimming, some shopping, a play date with PADS Buzz, talk of upcoming camping trips… Then the next thing you know, I was wearing fancy pants and spending a lot more time at home. It wasn’t so...

Tesla | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

It has been a month full of outings and adventures. We visited Steveston Harbour with my friend Daisy, where we saw boats and took a lovely walk beside the river. On a mall walk with another pup friend we came across an air vent, which I found quite fascinating,...

Teenie | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Teenie is the sweetest pup in the world. She had a pretty calm month. She started out with a camping trip to Quadra Island, where she spent quality time with her golden retriever friend Teddy, who was in his last weeks. They went for forest walks and romped and...

Meadow II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

It was all fun & games till I went into heat, so this has NOT been an exciting month. It started off great with my first trip to Buntzen Lake, I had only ran on a beach before, at Buntzen I jumped in the water and found out I love swimming. Mom kept saying...

Betty II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

I was thrilled to welcome Betty back to the house in mid-August to have her 3rd litter. We did lots of walks and swims to make sure she was in tip-top shape for delivery. And on September 8th, she presented with 6 beautiful healthy puppies – right on her due...

Donner II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hello everyone, PADS Donner II here to report on my first September ever!! My friend, PADS Blanco, was going back to school this month, so we did some settling practice to prepare him for human university. Even though I’m not going to human school buildings,...

Major | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Happy September everyone! Welcome to the cooler months. I’m glad I got the most out of the warm weather while it lasted. Some quick highlights from the transition from Summer into Fall: A great 7-0 Whitecaps win Walks at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver Office...

Tattor | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

September brought a return to routine for Tattor and her family – but not without a bit of fun to ease the transition! We squeezed in one last camping trip to close out the season, where Tattor conquered Tunnel Mountain without hesitation. She strolled up and...

Gadget | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

What made this a fabulous month for Gadget was the day in mid-month, when PADS dog Yarrow arrived to spend 3 weeks. Both dogs played together like there was no tomorrow. For activities outside the house, hockey season has arrived again, and Gadget has already been to...

Patty | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Patty is getting much better at settling in public, especially when she has her blanket to lie on. She still gets very excited when strangers say hi to her, but is getting calmer around other dogs and is getting quicker at regaining her composure. This month, Patty...