Idol is currently with his adult raiser. He has started College and goes to NSD for training once 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: Lab x Golden Retriever
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: November 5, 2022
Sire: NSD Echo
Dam: NSD Euchre
Litter: I Litter
Sponsor: In honour of the TELUS Health Care Centres Team
Volunteer Team: Diane Petrella, Cassaundra LeBlanc, Jen Martin
February 2023
NSD Idol is a loving, curious and quick learner who is always eager to please, making training sessions a fun and enjoyable experience for the both of us. He shows a strong desire to learn new skills, and is excellent at recall, sit, down, leave it, hurry up outside, going to his mat, in the kennel and waiting for his meals.
Recently, Idol got his second vaccine and settled during a car ride, which is a big accomplishment! He is a joy to raise and brings a lot of happiness to our family. Follow Idol’s journey on Instagram at @nsd.idol
June 2023
This month, Idol has been working on his confidence around novel objects and new under footings. He is doing so well and continues to show his trainers that he can take on new challenges with ease.
September 2023
Idol is now in high school and will be working on new skills such as touch, chin, side, back up, step and stand. All of these skills form the basis for college & university.
December 2023
Idol continues to work on all his high school skills with added distractions. He is working hard on his home manners and cuddling skills to prepare him for his future career.
April 2024
We are excited to welcome Idol into Companion College this month!
