All Pupdates
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Windsor had a lot of fun on his first couple of forest trail hikes in his downtime from work. At school, for the Love of Reading Day, he got to try out costume-wearing as a Brown Bar-ba-loot with his raiser as the Lorax. This month, he also went on his first week-long... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Raava spent some time with lovely sitters and is doing well. Here she is on a trail walk at Campbell River Park. Photo submitted by:... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
March is a fun month (just like any other month!). I went to the paramedic station and I had an experience getting up into the ambulance. This was the first time I actually practiced being in a working environment. There were some things I did well for the first time... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
It has been a relatively quiet month as I’m still working on my car anxiety and not travelling in a vehicle very much; however, I’m really happy to jump in the car and get my treats! And this travel break has given me more opportunities to work on my kenneling. I... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates
We call Spyro the Energizer Puppy. He wakes up early and is ready to go! At eight months, Spyro is a powerhouse and can challenge his older buddy, former PADS dog, Benny. They wrestle on their forest walks which is fun, until they get home and Spyro needs to have a... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates
I learned lots this month! My best lessons were how to be in a house with one of my family’s 3 animals. My one family has two dogs and a cat, including my FAVOURITE doggo – Trail! I learned how to be respectful to the cat. I also learned how to be calm... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
It’s been a busy month full of new experiences. Chickpea went to Tim Horton’s for a “settle” class which meant she had to lie on the floor, for a period of time, and not interact with five other PADS pups or customers. She did a brilliant... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates
In March, I continued my busy lifestyle with hockey arenas, errands and off-leash parks! I supported my hooman brother during his hockey playoffs by wearing a silly blue lei around my neck, but I got lots of compliments and made people smile, so that was ok. I spent... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi, I’m Allen. I came to live with my new moms about a month ago, and I’m settling in very nicely. I have a cushy donut bed, two kennels, an X-pen where I can chill and sleep, and lots of toys, some of which I haven’t yet destroyed! I have a big backyard and a park... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Patty’s raisers were away for two weeks in March on a family visit, so she was with a puppy sitter named Shelley. As she was still recovering from dental surgery, Patty was restricted to mushy kibble and no chew toys for the first three days. Once this ended, she... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
This was an exciting month because Furrow turned a year old on March 9th, 2025. He is a fantastic dog. His favourite activity is to find items using his scenting abilities, and he is really talented at it. Furrow has made several close dog friends in the... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates
The beginning of the month was more low-key, continuing to encourage Tino to stand from a sit and maintain it. He had the opportunity to stay with Viv whilst her dog Asti was in BC doing her advanced training. Tino visits many different schools, but this time, he was... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Well, it is hard to believe that Mozza has already been with us for 6 months! She recently had her 8-month-old check with Chelsea, our trainer at Lougheed Mall and easily demonstrated her growth and learning. Mozza is starting to leave puppyhood behind and slowly... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
What an exciting month! Fresh off of her adventures at the Invictus Games, Ms. Burgie was inspired to try some winter sports of her own! She had a great time on the dog-friendly ski trails in Whistler, won hearts at a Whitecaps game, and practiced her settling skills... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hello, spring! This month, I went to work for a couple of weeks doing my usual things, and then I had something called Spring Break! Here’s a list of my highlights from the month: ~puppy classes at IKEA, at BCAA and on Zoom (while out of town)~time with a PADS... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates
We meet again, Friends! I have had so many new, merry adventures this March! I got to practice settling at a big restaurant for the first time, and I did a very good job! I have continued going to and walking around stores and settling in lecture halls at the... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Calgary, Pupdates
Blazer had a busy month of PADS field trips and outings with us. He is always ready and raring to go whether in cape or out of it. We spent a day at my parents’ home out of town, which is always a favourite of Blazer’s. He romped through snow that was much deeper and... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi! Let me tell you that it’s been a very busy month! Mom & dad did a reno in the house, which meant we were living in chaos for a while. There were different tradespeople in & out, I snoopervised, and they did a great job. The house was very dusty from... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Myra went on a field trip to IKEA with her classmates this month. Followed up again a couple of days later, with her PADS pal Meadow. After their training session, they enjoyed a rambunctious play in our backyard. She’s gone on adventure walks to Colony farms, Como... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
I had a good month, for the most part. I had to say goodbye to my nana, who used to try to sneak me food when no one was looking. It was a sad time, but I helped the family through it all. (my Hooman told me so) I went on several trail walks and mall outings. I even... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
Hi, Everyone! Wow, Spring weather sure keeps a guy guessing! Atmospheric Rivers one minute, and daffodils the next. So, my March motto was Bring It On!! At 8 months old, I’m a flexible fellow with a can-do spirit who’s up for anything. And my PADS skills really help... Read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | Okanagan, Pupdates
Tzar has enjoyed longer walks this month as the weather warms up, and he is much less distracted by other dogs when we are out walking. He continues to do well learning all of his commands and cues, and we’ve been working on distraction and duration in class and... Read more
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 | Lower Mainland, Pupdates
We’d like to take a moment to introduce our newest furriend from Warrior Canine Connection, PADS Kashtin! Kashtin met his new puppy-raiser this week and has started his journey to becoming a life-changing assistance dog. Kashtin’s first year of training is... Read more
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | Advanced Dogs, Lower Mainland, Pupdates
UPDATE: PADS Radar II has been making a real impact as an Accredited Facility Dog (AFD) at St. Michael’s University School. His partner reports that wherever Radar goes, people want to meet him and ask all about him. His friendly, gentle soul makes him the... Read more
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Andie
Angel III
Arthur
Asti
Bagel
Baldwin
Belle IV
Bingo
Birdie II
Blair
Blue IV
Bonnie II
Bowden
Brava
Brinks
Bryn II
Bubba II
Buddy II
Captain
Carpie
Casey
Casper
Chester II
Chet
Chilko
Chorcha
Cleat
Clyde II
Coola
Cruiser
Crumpet
DK
Doane
Donora
Dot II
Dusky
Eddie III
Elora
Elsie
Fergus II
Fiddle
Furrow
Gadget
Gaffer
Glisten
Glover
Goaldie
Golly
Goose II
Honey IV
Hudson II
Ivy II
Jasper III
Jonsie
Kasota
Kiara II
Koi
Korra
Kyree
Lavie
Link II
Lumina
Maren
Marsh II
Mickey II
Milos
Minnie II
Minnow
Morena
Moriah
Muffin
Mushu
Nevada
Nolan
Nova III
Orion II
Parker
Perry
Petra
Pilot II
Piper IV
Pixel II
Pixie II
Poppy III
Quiche
Riff
Ritz
Royal II
Rufous
Rumi
Saphira
Sawyer
Scarlet
Seven II
Seymour II
Shah
Shelby II
Shyloh
Skaha III
Smaug
Sokka
Sparx
Spring II
Sprinter
Steller
Stetson II
T-Bone
Tank
Teenie
Tesla
Tetris
Texas II
Tide
Tiki II
Toast
Toffee
Tope
Triton
Vaseux
Viking II
Waffle
Windsor
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