All Pupdates

Tetris | January 2025

Tetris was spayed at the beginning of the month, so had a very chill couple of weeks.  She started back with some adventure walks, then had some snowy hikes on the golf course.  She is getting ready to head off to advanced training soon! Submitted by: Lynne...

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DK | January 2025

January was a month full of activities, including a visit to the wonderfulKelowna Art Gallery, listening to live music at the Rotary Arts Centre, and watching belly dancers at a local restaurant. DK stood by our sides and kept his focus on us. Way to go buddy! As we...

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Puzzle | January 2025

Puzzle had a few rendezvous to start the year. We tried to have sniffy walks or off-leash play before each date so he could sleep through the afternoon after. Having some responsibility for the next generation of PADS superheroes took a lot out of him! One day, PADS...

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Sparx | January 2025

Hiiii friends! It’s me, Sparx! I know it’s been forever since my last update but it’s really hard typing with paws! Soooo, guess what?? I’m 6 months old now and over 50 pounds! And I know I’ve said this before, but honestly, I have no idea how big I am. Body...

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Chickpea | January 2025

After the busyness of Christmas, January was a calm, happy start to a new year. Chickpea met up with a bunch of PADS friends to practice being in a mall around other pups. At first, it was really exciting for Chickpea to see her friends and she said hello, jumped and...

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Toffee | January 2025

Toffee had a great month! She is making excellent progress in her training and is excited about her upcoming GDBART (Guide Dog Behavioral Response Assessment Test)at the end of February. We have enjoyed many great walks with Chloe at Pacific Spirit Park. Toffee even...

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Giorgio | January 2025

Welcome to 2025, January was full of indoor training; I really knew my stuff when I could see that food was involved. Otherwise, mom gets a little attitude when she asks me to do stuff. We went outside but not for very long; it was a tad cold. I didn’t mind the cold,...

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Ellis | January 2025

Ellis is continuing to work on her training plan and is doing fine. She loves to work and is improving her skills daily. Congratulations are in order, as Ellis will be moved into advanced training, thank-you to the Pads Village all the people that helped get her to...

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Billie II | January 2025

Friday, January 31 Dear Diary, I can’t believe tonight is the last night at my holiday resort. I have been so busy. I’ll do my best to tell you some of my highlights. When I first met my host family, we went for a big walk, and then I checked out my new bed and got as...

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Skaha III | January 2025

Hi there, it’s me again—Skaha III. This is my second monthly update, and let me tell you, being four months old (as of January 25) is a pretty big deal. I’m practically a grown-up now… well, almost. January was a busy month, and I kicked it off by...

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Aang | January 2025

I turned one!!! I had a super fun birthday. I played with my brother PADS Zuko and friend Tobias. We all went to a coffee shop after our playdate. Then, I had a puppy class in the evening. Brother Zuko and I dressed up in fun party hats and bandanas for class. I had...

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Finch | January 2025

Finch is a true champ on field trips, she makes people smile everywhere we go! Her enthusiasm and adaptability fuel her remarkable progress, lighting up every field trip with smiles and positive energy. Her natural charm not only endears her to everyone she meets but...

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Vaseux | January 2025

The New Year is here, and Vaseux is excited to see what 2025 has in store for her! Her training includes trips to the mall, the gym, Canadian Tire, and Home Depot. We are working on quality outings for engagement building and leash-guided downs. Submitted by: Alanna...

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Russell II | January 2025

Russell II is a dedicated and determined superstar, always eager to please and learn! His unwavering commitment shines through every training session as he tackles each new challenge with a curious mind and heartfelt dedication. While we’re refining his leash...

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Piper IV | January 2025

Piper IV’s calm personality truly warms people’s hearts. Alongside her gentle nature, she diligently works on her skills and makes steady progress. Each training session highlights her determination and dedication to work. Piper’s continuous...

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Burgie | January 2025

It was a quiet month, on account of Burgie being on a little staycation. Ms. B’s bucket overflows quite easily, so she had a 2-week cape break to help her reset so we can work on building her resilience going forward. Fortunately, trail walks with her friends...

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Mickey II | January 2025

The first month of 2025 is already behind me! I’m almost 7 months old now and officially a teenager. While that can come with some challenges, I’m told I’ve been showing more maturity and making a lot of progress, especially in making good choices when faced with...

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Lyriq | January 2025

January was an exciting month! I went on something my humans called a “honeymoon,” which meant lots of adventures around Vancouver Island. I explored so many beaches and trails—SO many good sniffs! I also practiced settling in lots of new places and did a...

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Taj | January 2025

January was a big month for me. It started off with my 18-month PAT (Public Access Test), where my puppy trainer said that I was ready for advanced training! Of course, after this news, my hooman said we needed to do a graduation photoshoot. The first week back at...

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Rooty | January 2025

Rooty is growing so fast and gained 8lbs this month but remains toned, I wish! This is a playful, manic puppy at times but calms quickly on command. Rooty can both run around playing and settle for hours as required. Rooty knows mine and yours and is very polite. His...

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Golly | January 2025

2025 Started off with a bang!! I won a photo competition with Santa, so we picked up my prize, which included this huge squeaking bone which I like to run around and squeak while my raiser is in meetings, LOL! There were lots of trails sniffed, walked and played on...

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Hope II | January 2025

Hope II is thriving, embracing every adventure with her signature enthusiasm! She is unapologetically herself—full of energy, curiosity and a love for life that makes every field trip and trail walk an exciting experience. Our wild child (in the best way) brings...

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Astro II | January 2025

Well friends, I had my surgery this month. I handled it like a champ and got to look very fashionable in my onesie and donut. The hardest part was that I wasn’t allowed to run around for 10 days afterward. I have been a rockstar at puppy class and am doing really well...

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Tiki II | January 2025

Tiki had another exciting month! This month, she went to the Vancouver Aquarium for the first time and impressed everyone with her calmness around all the new sights and smells (the sea anemones were her favourite). She continues coming to work with her parents and is...

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