Flanders is currently with his adult raiser. He has started University and goes to NSD for training 5 days a week. When not at NSD, he learns how to settle, cuddle and continue to be a welcomed member of the community. This training will help prepare him to be matched with his client.
All of the training and care provided to each dog would not be possible without the support of generous volunteers and donors.
Breed: Labrador Retriever
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: July 26, 2022
Sire: NSD ReMax
Dam: NSD Oates
Litter: F Litter
Litter Sponsor: 1st CAV Ortona
Puppy Sponsor: 1st CAV Ortona
Volunteer Team: Sandra Alvarez, Christina Gilman, Robert & Lisa Hurley
November 2022
Flanders is such a cuddle bug and is getting along with his big Sister NSD Bala. Flanders is doing great with loose leash walking and working on leaving leaves and branches alone. He is finally sleeping through the night and has such a chill and calm personality. He was a pro at trick or treating for Halloween.
March 2023
Flanders is such a smart puppy and is improving his skills. He is such a Velcro dog and loves to be by someone’s side. His latest adventure was going to a small convention where he met lots of people in cosplay.
May 2023
Flanders has been growing up so fast and is almost bigger than his housemate NSD Bala.
Flanders Point of View: The family have a new addition and I have learned to co-exist with this strange beast. In exchange I get free massages and a partner to stare out the window with. It doesn’t like it when I sniff at it. Oh well, I just like finding toys with my nose and bringing them back to family members. I am now finally in high school!!
August 2023
July has been an interesting month. Flanders received some R&R after his neuter surgery. He continues to rock his training in NSD High School. Flanders ended July learning life at the cottage and learning to swim.
Training Update - December 2023
Flanders has been actively learning at University. They have been learning resiliency with their basic obedience; settling in the kennel, heeling, food refusal and dog distraction. They have also been working hard and learning expectations with handler transfers. The training team is excited to continue to build on these excellent foundation behaviours, by helping Flanders transfer these skills into the community.
Flanders has opened up a lot and is showing us his goofy side! He loves offering chin and is even offering visits!
