Meet Teddi Bear. Teddi is from Atlanta and has only lived in Kelowna for four months. Teddi enjoys taking walks and going on adventures with his momma!
Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kelowna?
I am from Atlanta, Georgia, USA and have only lived in Kelowna for about 4 months.
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My mama, she takes me on small adventures, gives me lots of treats and lets me sleep in the big bed!
What is your favourite local store in Kelowna and why?
Social Pets on Pandosy! They are pawesome!
Describe yourself in one word.
Loved.
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
I love the snow and the beach...so I'd love to run along a white sandy beach in Florida.
What is your favourite activity in Kelowna?
Walks by the lake.
What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
At the dog park, I walked off with another family, thinking it was my own!
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
The amount of wonderful pups and people I have met because of my Instagram account. It truly helps me to believe there are nice, kind peeps in the world.
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
I have a few....but getting my first toy when I arrived at my home for the first time. He was a big as me... I still have him, he's well loved and I am now 5 times bigger than him.
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
Generally, we give to non-profit organizations that rescue cavaliers across North America. Since we have only been in Kelowna a little while, we have only given to the BCSPCA and to Kelowna Santa's.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
I would like every homeless animal to have a home.
Where would you sneak away to in Kelowna to spend some time alone?
I enjoy the Myra Canyon Trestles.
Where would you like to see positive change in Kelowna and why?
It seems pretty good to me right now....but maybe some more dog-friendly parks would be good.
What do you think makes Kelowna great?
The endless waterfronts, activities, walks and hikes!
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
Travel to more places and adventures with my family.
Have a jar of an endless amount of treats
Meet my favourite Instafriends.
Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I'm a larger Cavalier, I was the largest in my litter.
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media?
Instagram.
What is the name of your business/organization?
@teddibearthecav on Instagram.
Why did you get into/start this business?
My sister started my Instagram after I was away from my family for a few months and they missed me.
What is the goal of your business?
To bring happiness and smiles to everyone.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
not enough treats!!!
If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
always the same.
What do you always find yourself saying?
"Woof woof." (translation = treats please)
Tell us your best piece of life advice.
be kind.
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Michael Buble....he seems like a really cool dude.
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
to support small businesses in the community you are a part of.
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
raising funds for rescue doggos.
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Social Pets on Pandosy. We came across them the first week we moved here. The store is amazing, with treats, treats, toys and more treats! The Groomers are great. My mama is very fussy and they listened to everything she asked for.
My choice for the KelownaNow In Focus spotlight is:
Social Pets!
Some general comments I would like to share are:
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