north shore news Vanco PETS gets connected WHILE setting out with my tracking class on the weekend, a woman drove up, rolled down her win- dow and called to me. “Are vou the trainer who writes the column?” I replied that I was and she said: “I have a wonder- ful dog here that needs a home,” she said. *He’s affectionate and comes when he is called.” Inside the open window a stunning pair of honey- coloured cyes was looking back at me. The dog’s name is Pete — likely a purebred pointer and still a puppy, he was found on the streets. The canine connection Vancouver pound has changed — all for the bet- "They now have a no-kill policy. Adoptable dogs” lives “They now have a no-kill policy. Adoptable dogs’ lives are spared awareness. People are start- ing to realize we adopt dogs out.” brook a tour of the ken- nels, bathing and grooming area and a 6,000 square foot, fenced, outdoor play area. Along with other great dogs, Pete is up for adop- tion. If you like to run, bike or hike he would make a truly devoted loving com- panton. Now, to continue where we left off last column. Recall Training Exercise Part one review: I gave part one of the recall train- i se two weeks ago. s involved condition- ing your dog tu respond to a recall by reinforcing it sys- uver pound 11999 GMC |SAFARI & | PASSENGER VANS f Were $26,009 Brand New, 4300 Vortec V6 engine, 4 speed automatic tematically with treats to pound tried in vain to locate build an unconditional the owner on his tags, now so suitable he’s up for adoption at the Vancouver pound, as dog No. 4. When the class was over I rushed home to call the pound and inquire about Pete. The woman on the other end suggested I look him up‘on the web page, at . Web page? Wait a sec- ond, this is the Vancouver pound we're talking about! ” Intrigued, I decided to pay the pound a visit. To my surprise a lot about the homes can be found.” are spared so suitable homes can be found. 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