Pupdates Archive - Page 4 of 202

Tank | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hello world, March was a fun month with a couple of new activities for me. We started the month off at a PADS fundraising event. It was a loud, crowded event, where I had to work on my manners. After a little while, I figured out that if I wanted to go out and see...

Toffee | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Toffee focused on her confidence in new environments this month. She is working on her optimism and resilience with easy wins in new spaces and a high “cookie per minute” rate. She is building a positive association with exploring new spaces in public. Advanced...

Bosc | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Bosc had a busy month of field trips and exploring environments that would best suit him in a future career. He is working hard on perfecting his strength and body awareness, as well as working on transitioning into more challenging environments smoothly. Advanced...

Milos | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Milos has been sitting with wonderful Paul for the past month and a half. Paul is one of the Okanagan’s most experienced sitters. His comment on Milos was, “Gawd, he’s a sweet pup!” They did a trip to Comox Valley, departing early at 6:15 am and arriving at 5:00...

Bazinga | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Bazinga took a break from public access this month to focus on building his confidence and resiliency. He spent a lot of time doing low-pressure, fun training games and exploring the great outdoors with his buddies. Advanced training location: West Coast (Satellite)...

Baldwin | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Baldwin successfully completed his Pre-Placement Testing! Way to go, Baldwin! He has now moved on to the matching phase and, once matched with a client, he will move into Team Training and begin life as an Accredited Facility Dog. The future looks bright for Baldwin,...

Toto | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Sweet Toto started his puppy-in-training journey mid-February, joining PADS Libby II’s household for a while. He settled in nicely and immediately loved to snuggle up with Libby. Toto had several first experiences, which he took all in stride, including a play in some...

Jasper III | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hi frens, it’s me — Jasper III, reporting my March adventures: I met soooo many new hoomans! Honestly, I don’t know how I got this lucky… more people to love me AND train me?? Best deal ever. I also had my first walk-and-talk lesson! The TEACHER said I did awesome! I...

Royal II | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Royal went to the Capilano Suspension Bridge, and she did very well crossing the bridge and on the treetop walk. She can sometimes be a little hesitant with new things, and although she hesitated a few times before stepping onto a bridge, overall, she did a great job...

Doane | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Calgary, Pupdates

Hi Everyone! What a fun month this was! We had PADS Frosty come and stay for a couple of nights. She’s lots of fun! We played hard but also settled on our beds when it was the work day for the hooman. My vote is she can come back anytime 🙂 It was also my...

Casey | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Casey continues to amaze us with his calm attitude and work ethic when in cape in the community. Last weekend, we attended a dance competition where both the music and the audience were LOUD . Casey was exceptional, lying quietly beside us, completely unperturbed by...

Loyal | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

March brought many more adventures my way! I went to my very first hockey game. However, I was more interested in my handler than anything else going on, which apparently is a good thing. We also went to a live theatre performance! People were very friendly and...

Trooper | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

My March was a little crazy. I was with a raiser for a long-term sit until the 19th, and then my new raiser picked me up. It has been fun being with my new raiser, although I do miss my other one. Since I’ve been with my new raiser, I’ve met lots of family, had great...

Dot II | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hi friends! March was a BIG month for me. I met and played with small kids for the very first time—and guess what? I was gentle, calm, and a complete angel. Everyone was very proud of me (as they should be). My human and I worked hard on our training this month. We...

Glover | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This month, I got to meet some new friends at three different dog parks! I am very enthusiastic when meeting other puppers, and I am learning how to be a bit more polite. I had outings to watch my friend’s soccer game, I went to the mall with PADS Hope, I saw...

Ponsu | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Okanagan, Pupdates

Spring has sprung, and it’s time for 4-month-old Ponsu to get out and enjoy the nice weather. During the first half of the month, we did various walks around the grocery stores and eventually out to the trails. We walked to Siphon Falls, where he successfully tried...

Donner II | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Hello everyone, sorry for the late pupdate, I’ve just been such a busy boy! March was a fun month, because not only did I get to continue learning to be an assistance dog, but I also got to have so much fun. I have been practicing relaxing around other dogs...

Myra | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

There have been lots of changes happening for Myra since her January pupdate. Most notably was that she had her adult GDBart assessment, which reinforced that (despite a whole lot of effort) Myra really is still uncomfortable with wearing her cape (or harness, or...

Grant | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

March is my birth month! I turned one year old on Mar 9th. I had my birthday celebration with my family. I tried to pop several balloons, but they are tied up high. I am sad that I cannot reach them. Instead, I found cookies are more interesting and yummy. I need to...

Windsor | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

March brought out spring flowers and fresh smells. For Windsor, it also brought Spring Break and some fun travels to Ontario for a wintery week and up the Sunshine Coast to Texada Island for a coastal adventure. These adventures required lots of travelling, and...

Coola | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Calgary, Pupdates

Coola has had another great month! She is continuing to improve in her obedience and skills like last month! Such an improvement in willingness to try and wanting to please us from when she was a younger pup! Coola continues to be a steadying and calming presence in...

Tide | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Okanagan, Pupdates

I celebrated my first birthday this month! I’ve learned so many things over the past year. I’m working hard on my dog distraction, but I’m doing great with my duration on all positions and my ability to go from play to work. I’ve practiced heel and side with my...

Fergus II | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

Look at this handsome boy just enjoying the sun, the breeze and the cherry blossoms! Submitted...

Bubba II | March 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates

This month has been crazy! The human and I packed up our stuff and moved far away (not far at all…). We live on campus now! That means fewer bus rides, which is a bummer since I’m a pro, but lots more walking in crowded areas and public outings now that...