J-BAR #18287 Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Our grandson Henry in Arkansas has seizures so a couple of years ago he ordered/qualified for a service dog from 4 Paws For Ability. Henry’s parents learned a few days ago that there will be a new member of the family in November after the dog and family train together for 2 weeks in Xenia, Ohio, beginning next week. Here is a picture of the Golden Retriever that has been specifically trained for Henry over the past two years. Comments from his trainers are heartwarming. Several dogs are trained simultaneously for each client, in case some don't work out. The final candidate is chosen just before placement with the family. Each litter of service dogs has a “theme” name; meet Weird Al from the polka litter! It’s hard to describe how excited all of us are that Al will be helping Henry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedalia Dave Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linn Keller, SASS 27332, BOLD 103 Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 My nephew has a seizure disorder. Most pleased you've this new family member! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michigan Slim Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 I grew up with an epileptic brother. Scary stuff for sure. Glad this is available for folks. And no dog alive beats a Golden for bringing good cheer to a house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Welcome, Al!! I STILL like most dogs better 'n' I like most people!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocWard Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Good for them! Tell them that while they're in Xenia, they should make the drive north on U.S. 68 through Yellow Springs to Young's Jersey Dairy for ice cream. They also do a pretty good breakfast as well. Peach's in Yellow Springs does a darn good burger also. I seldom make it all the way to Xenia, but I'm confident there is good food to be had there as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 That's Fantastic. It's wonderful that dogs have the ability to help folks. The cool thing is he's not some lame-brained brother-in-law that mooches money. This guy will just mooch treats and make your day better in the process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 34 minutes ago, Blackwater 53393 said: Welcome, Al!! I STILL like most dogs better 'n' I like most people!!! I agree 100%. Some of the best people I know are dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tennessee williams Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Ive been owned by some great dogs! Al looks like a great one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Congratulations on the new family member. I miss my doggie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyrus Cassidy #45437 Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Xenia, Ohio? My 6th-great grandfather is buried there. He was 14 years old when he enlisted to fight in the American Revolution. I need to PM you and see if you have anyone in your family with my surname, because we could be cousins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 I hope Al is all he is desired to be. He could not have selected a better family to join. I hope Book, the reigning Tomcat in Henry's grandpa's house will be an adult about Al and give him a break. I hope to see Al with Henry holding on to his fur running a full speed. Can't wait to meet him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-BAR #18287 Posted November 2, 2020 Author Share Posted November 2, 2020 UPDATE Henry and Al met for the first time this morning. Chilling like old buddies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twelve mile REB Posted November 2, 2020 Share Posted November 2, 2020 53 minutes ago, J-BAR #18287 said: UPDATE Henry and Al met for the first time this morning. Chilling like old buddies! It doesn't get better than that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Four-Eyed Buck,SASS #14795 Posted November 3, 2020 Share Posted November 3, 2020 Awwwwwwww! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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