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The Fairmont chain occasionally works with Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind, taking in dogs that didnB次元官网网址檛 wind up being suited to work as professional service dogs, for various reasons.

Hotel Vancouver has Ella and her best friend Elly, both former BC Guide Dog trainees who each found they were better suited to the social life of a hotel ambassador.

Chateau Lake Louise has Marcus who holds the esteemed title of Director of Pet Relations at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in the Canadian Rockies.

Banff Springs Hotel has a black Labrador named Bear who brings 18 months of training to his position as a graduate of the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind Program.

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Winston is the latest recruit and already has a popular following. He even has his own for visitors who want to keep tabs on the friendly pup.

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