Pupdates Archive - Page 34 of 205

Andie | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This first month at school has been quite an adjustment for everyone, including me! I am settling in to the classroom and figuring out how to occupy my time while the learning is happening…sleeping is the best strategy :). I have also attended meetings and...

Bubba II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hi everyone, I’m Bubba II! I had a very eventful last few days of September; I met my puppy raiser, went to my first university lecture, and even got to meet some other PADS puppies in training on campus! I am learning to wait when my human opens doors (kennel...

Max | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Max had a big month of training in September. He’s been working on a variety of different skills and settling, and has really improved a lot! He really likes getting to go to Zoom puppy class and really focuses on the skills and even enjoys watching the...

Kashtin | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hey PADS Village!!! Wow – are you telling me September is over already!!?? I guess I was having such a great time, I didn’t notice!! For the first half of the month, I was with a PADS Sitter while my hooman was in Europe. Aren’t PADS Sitters the...

Carpie | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Back to school and super busy! Car rides, ice rinks, stores, and the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge…oh my! I’m taking my skills on the road and exploring everything with my humans! Submitted by: Maggie...

Furrow | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

What a fantastic September. Furrow and I were very lucky to enjoy such warm and sunny weather this September. Furrow turned 18 months old this month. It is hard to believe that I have been fortunate to have had him since he was 9 weeks old. I look back on pictures of...

Daisy III | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

The highlight of this month was a holiday in Oregon with her buddy, PADS Saphira, and Nicole. They are such lucky pups that get to go running on the beach and sightseeing in the towns. Nicole takes amazing photos. Submitted...

Minnie II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

– had a few off-leash walks with unfamiliar dogs (PADS Patty, Mr.B); a meet-up with old friends (Mr.P and Ms.J) and a walk with released PADS Peach II – had multiple visitors in the house – found bears in the forest (was successfully recalled from...

Burgie | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Burgie had lots of fall fun this month! In addition to being gifted a favourite new toy, she went on a small boat to Granville Island and a fall fair. She is learning to be more confident in public spaces and continuing to excel at being the sweetest girl around....

Marni | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hello Pupsters! Sorry for the lateness for this month’s pupdate. There has been quite a lot going on since my adventures in August. This month, I discovered Pup Cups!!! They are delicious! I have been working really hard at staying calm and relaxing at home. It...

Doane | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hi Folks, September was busy and fun! Released PADS Oliver came to stay with us for the month, and it was so much fun having a friend! We played hard, we trained together (he still likes to train), and we went on lots of walks and adventures! I also spent some time at...

Sokka | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Sokka is settling nicely into the rhythm of advanced training. We’ve learned that he’s highly motivated by kibble, enjoys being close to his people, and brings fun, balanced energy to his work. We’re beginning to explore which career path will best suit his wonderful...

Cynder | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Cynder had a great September, enjoying the beautiful weather and starting the month off with a wonderful sitter. She then returned home to spend the next two weeks with her mixed-breed friend Pepper. Pepper showed her how to play nicely and how to behave with older...

Smaug | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Smaug’s September Pupdate 🐾 September was the month of fine-tuning for young Sir Smaug. His perch work is looking sharp. He’s steady, centered, and confident, like he finally realized his perch isn’t just for photo ops . His backup has become smooth and...

Valentino | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Valentino is taking a bit more time to settle into the routine of advanced training. He can be a little shy when working with me since I’m not his primary person, but we’re focusing on building trust and confidence together. Despite his cautious nature, Valentino...

Chet | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

Well, what a September I had. The weather was great, and I spent a ton of time outside. I also got to go on an adventure as my puppy raisers were headed on a holiday for two weeks, so I got to visit my PADS friends Leslie and Rod. I spent two weeks with them and...

Billie II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates

Billie has had a busy September. She has experienced many outings and sitter opportunities, including time in an office setting and with children. Billie is rounding out her experiences with many different sites and sounds. She was a superstar on the Calgary C-train...

Bowden | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Bowden has been hard at work this month building on his foundation and learning some exciting new skills. He’s been focusing on his alerting work, refining his body targets, and continuing to strengthen his obedience skills. Bowden brings great focus and enthusiasm to...

Tide | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

This month, I spent a couple of weeks with sitters and enjoyed having some kids around because I love little ones! I worked at some new places this month, like the dentist and a hockey game. The dentist is a good challenge because you have to keep chill without...

Zoe | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

September morning …with Ryder on his first day of Grade 9 at Carson Graham. I didn’t get to stay and visit Diego (One of Carson’s two PADS dogs) that day because everyone was busy, but I’ll plan to stop by soon. Check this out…my million $$$ grin…Oh my what big teeth...

Sylvan II | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Sylvan and I have been focusing on building a strong relationship as we get to know each other in training. We’re using productive play to strengthen our bond and revisiting the foundations of key skills, including lateral movement and her chin target. She’s showing...

Rimbey | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Rimbey has been busy this month working on some new and exciting skills, including backing up to a rear-foot target and practicing nose targets to drawers and cupboards. She continues to make great progress on her retrieve and is showing lots of enthusiasm in her...

Digger | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Hi Everybody, I am 63 pounds now, and I think I am pretty grown up, though my peeps still laugh at some of my behaviour, especially when I kiss the other dogs at the park before we wrestle and play. They say I’m a lover, not a fighter. My folks had a new heat...

Tetris | September 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Calgary, Pupdates

Tetris has continued to build on her skills this month, fine-tuning her training and mastering a few new tasks to add to her repertoire. We’ve also been focusing on preparation for her upcoming pre-placement test, as Tetris gets closer to the exciting final stages of...