All Pupdates

Digby | September 2024

The first month back to school!  It has been a lot. I was at the Campus Canine club fair, and I’m sure my cuteness got a lot of attention for the Campus Canines and PADS! Submitted by: Ariel Yang Bonus Pupdate: Digby spent the weekend with Cleat and me exploring...

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Giorgio | September 2024

Good day, Mom went on vacation over the end of the month, so she is sorry this is late. I really like the cooler days; I get to spend more time outside. This month’s excitement was the mom introducing me to a place where I didn’t need to be on a leash. I am surprised...

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Bumble | September 2024

Bumble is a very silly puppy. He bonks into things and acts like nothing happened! He is also soooo food-motivated, it’s unreal. Something new for September is that he has been walking with Oli to Kindergarten, and he’s been very good with the kids and all...

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Gadget | September 2024

This was my first month with an energetic 2-month-old puppy. We learned about each other and explored the world together. We met other puppies, we met new people, and we explored local forest trails. We checked out grocery stores, the Library, Costco and the local dog...

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Raava | September 2024

Raava spent a week with a sitter this month. This sitter lives in an apartment in the city, so the smells and noises are very different than what she is used to. She had so many new experiences and learning. And many snoozies, too! Submitted on behalf of: Hilda Photo...

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Finian | September 2024

Finian is new to me and is a pleasure to be around. He loves the car, puppy zoomies and rolling in the sun on the grass. At work, he rides happily on the golf cart and waits patiently while stuff is getting done. We are looking forward to an upcoming ferry ride and...

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Smaug | September 2024

Smaug has done wonderful settling in with me, and my partner Kyle! We have been working on all of his training daily, and he is taking it all in easily! I have been taking him on some decent-length walks now, trying to get him socialized with the people/animals in the...

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Rosa | September 2024

Rosa had a sleepover this month with Dogs with Wings, Moose, who is actually her brother (formerly PADS Bowser.) They had a great time together! We went on a road trip to Edmonton to see some friends and family, and Rosa was a rockstar! Submitted by: Alanna...

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Draco II | September 2024

Draco II started training in mid-September. He was the largest in his litter. He’s almost 4 months old now and weighs 32lbs. He is extremely eager to interact. He will repeat tricks on his own to ask for treats. He can barely control his excitement when people...

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Captain | September 2024

Captain worked hard this month! He has been buckling down and practicing his skills on a variety of field trips. Captain seems to particularly love training “out and about”. Captain has been focusing on his duration behaviours and remaining calm in exciting...

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Calvin | September 2024

In September 2024, Calvin had a fantastic month, joining Campus Canine Club meetings more regularly. He met lots of new club members and stayed focused throughout. He also participated in several lively club events, gaining great experience settling calmly in busy and...

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Kasota | September 2024

Kasota has worked very hard this month! She has been attending a variety of field trips to hone her skills in the real world. The focus this month has been on proofing her durations and improving her understanding of the Stand cue. Kasota has been improving in her...

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Tracker | September 2024

Tracker has been working hard this month! He has settled into life with his trainer and weekends with sitters. Tracker has been working hard on his impulse control and has improved overall a great deal. He has shown a great deal of affiliation to people and a calm,...

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Digger | September 2024

Hi Folks, Wowsers, September blew into the Okanagan with a very cool wind. We still have lots of adventures, but the “dog days” of August are g-o-n-e!! And what does that even mean? At my house, I am lucky, and every day is a “dog day”. Last...

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Golly | September 2024

Golly was a very sweet girl to have around for the 3 weeks she was with me! She got to experience the university student life at UBC, adjusting great to the change, and also making friends with her new roommate Toad, my kitten. Submitted by: Marcie, PADS Puppy in...

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Bowden | September 2024

I kept very busy in September! I was back at the hockey arenas, but that’s ok, because we have discovered a nice off-leash park close by, and it’s lots of fun going for a walk and exploring before I settle at the arena. I love to greet other dogs and have...

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Bagel | September 2024

Hi there, It’s Bagel here, and I can’t wait to tell you all about my September adventures! This month has been packed with excitement and new experiences. First off, I celebrated my birthday! It was so much fun being the center of attention, and I got to enjoy some...

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Rimbey | September 2024

Life is easy these days. I can tell–almost always–what my people want from me. I especially love mornings. I can barely contain myself when my people wake up. I am all wiggles! We often go to tennis courts, where I wait on the sidelines until my people...

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Drax | September 2024

Drax continues to learn more and more. He has been working on loose leash walking and staying in position, and he is getting much better but still needs work. He has problems maintaining attention on his handler when other dogs are around, but he is getting better. He...

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Mickey II | September 2024

My first month with my raisers has flown by! I’m a quick learner and have become comfortable and confident sleeping in my crate for naps and through the night (something I’m told, my raisers appreciate), and I am consistently going to the door to go out to potty (no...

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Valentino | September 2024

Our first public event this month was the RCMP Veterans Golf Tournament and fundraiser. Sadly, the weather prevented any golf, but guests were understanding, and as they say, “The show must go on.” And indeed it did, with a fabulous auction, and Tino and I...

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Tesla | September 2024

Tesla is almost 8 months and 43lbs. She continues to be a cuddly girl who loves to be close to her people. Tesla stayed with sitters for a week, which happened to be her whelping home—she had a lovely visit with momma Sounder and family! Tesla is working on settling...

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Jones | September 2024

This month, Jones has been staying at home with a sitter due to a sore foot. We are hopeful for a speedy recovery so he can get back to school and continue his training! Jones’s affectionate nature has been a source of comfort for his handler, and he remains...

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