Back in April, Tammy and I were asked to do another presentation - this one for PADS. But this wasn't just a standard look-at-what-the-wonder-dog-can-do show; this time I was introducing PADS Puppy-in-Training Link, from the IBM Litter.
He is 4 months old, and so cute he could probably get away with anything, even stealing a chicken salad sandwich. Maybe I'll get a chance to show him some day...
But he was pretty good. Even though he's more professional cutie than anything else, I could see the serious service dog waiting to grow into the blue and gold cape. There's no doubt in my mind that PADS Puppy-in-Training Link will be a fine assistance dog one day.
He wasn't too polished or dignified in showing off his skills yet - after all he's just getting "down" mastered - but he sure had the right attitude! He settled right down while the humans finished talking about PADS. I was so proud of him, even though he's so cute the kids hardly paid any attention to me. (Ouch!)
We talked to a whole bunch of kids, from kindergarten right on up, plus parents and teachers. They heard all about PADS - how we dogs are specially trained to help people who have disabilities live more independently.
Of course, since we're dogs - ahem, man's best friend! - we enrich their lives just by being who we are: loyal, friendly, cute, loving, helpful, cute, cuddly, mischievous, cute, furry, adorable - you get the picture...
Anyhow, back to the presentation: so, PADS needs Puppy Raisers, people who will help rear and socialize babes like PADS Puppy-in-Training Link.
Puppies need people; people need puppies. PADS needs YOU! Yes, you! Don't you have room in your home, in your heart, for somebody like PADS Puppy-in-Training Link?
Think about it!
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