All Pupdates

Tesla | March 2026

This month, Tesla has been studying hard and progressing well in her training. She loves to work and is a quick learner. Tesla is currently working on dog distraction and is working hard to ignore other dogs during field trips and structured walks. She has...

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Chet | March 2026

This month, Chet has participated in field trips such as IKEA and Lougheed Mall. He always demonstrates excellent behaviour in public settings. He has been learning foundational skills and exploring his career options. Chet has settled in nicely and is a sweet pup! He...

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Fendie | March 2026

I spent this month socializing with other PADS dogs, completing errands, and enjoying time at the beach and nature trails.  We experienced a lot of rain, but I was okay with it.  I enjoyed playing outside with my watering can, making the most of the wet weather....

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Rita | March 2026

March started off very slooowww while I finished my second heat. I spent a lot of time at home and worked on my daytime kenneling skills when the human wasn’t home. Later in March, I was able to put on my cape again. I went to all kinds of public events, such as...

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Tattor | March 2026

The big news this month — Tattor turned one! She celebrated with a song, a dog biscuit cake of her very own, and new toys, and her little humans were every bit as excited as she was. What a milestone for our girl! March also brought a baby shower hosted at her...

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Minnow | March 2026

Hi Again! March was another busy month for this pup. My peeps love me a lot, though they do not let me get away with anything… like I would ever be bad! I do some training most mornings, and then I get to run around outside. Zoomies outside are way fun....

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Juno II | March 2026

Juno was a great co-pilot this month, riding around the Lower Mainland to various events, such as hockey games, dance performances and volleyball games. She also had some adventures with sitters and was fortunate to hang out with some other PADS pups. Her favourite...

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Bryn II | March 2026

Is there an echo in our pupdates? The month started quietly, again! This time, the human wasn’t feeling well. When Bryn wasn’t sleeping, her snores competing with humans’ coughs, she practiced her skills – sit, down, heel and side, moving around the perch pot. When we...

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Pixel II | March 2026

Pixel is officially a hockey fan! He attended two Goldeneyes games this month and did really well in the large crowds, and endeared himself to some fellow fans. He has really grown over the last month and is almost as tall as his big brother, Sky. He is improving in...

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Meadow II | March 2026

Hi, I was in heat for a good part of the month, but it ended in time for when V.I.P. Sassy stayed with us for a couple of days. While I was in heat, we took neighbourhood walks and trained inside the house, which was fine because it rained so much. I couldn’t go...

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Vaseux | March 2026

Spring has arrived in the Okanagan, and Vaseux is enjoying it. She is fine-tuning her skills in anticipation of her turn-in to advanced training next month. Submitted by: Alanna...

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Furrow | March 2026

March was a super exciting month for Furrow. Furrow celebrated his 2nd birthday. I am so proud of him. His sitter took him out for a very special treat of whipped cream. I have attached a picture of him waiting patiently as he looks at his yummy bowl of whipped cream...

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Andie | March 2026

This month included Spring Break, and it was awesome! I watched some university volleyball, attended a PWHL Goldeneyes practice and even met Lizzie Daniels. Then I was able to go to Vancouver Island and explore the beaches and trails around Ucluelet and Tofino. When I...

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Nellie | March 2026

Nellie has grown into a beautiful young lady, and she weighs 39 pounds now. What an achievement! Nellie had chances to make new friends with some older dogs this month, and they had lots of fun together. Submitted...

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Holly | March 2026

Hello, March with spring-like weather, which Holly is a fan of and then winter comes back! Holly adjusts well to the YYC weather swings, all the new smells and longer daylight hours!!!! Holly had an awesome play date with PADS Brandy at her home! Holly and Brandy ran...

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Imani | March 2026

Imani is loving the trails near our house and getting out for off-leash walks, whether on his own or with other PADS pups! He loves to play, run and sniff, then check back in with me. He is getting stronger and more nimble every day. Submitted...

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Clyde II | March 2026

Mr. Clyde could be renamed Mr. Clean! He still loves carrying things in his mouth and especially bringing me his bowl in the kitchen to get it washed after breakfast. He also likes our early-morning trips to the greenhouse, where he lies down and waits patiently for...

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Tank | March 2026

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...

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Toffee | March 2026

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...

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Bosc | March 2026

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...

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Milos | March 2026

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...

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Bazinga | March 2026

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)...

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