Catch Up

Summary of Cooper's week as training continues

Wednesday: He attended a semi-formal event and fundraiser for the Madison Area Down Syndrome Society (MADSS). Cooper was a big hit, but we couldn't stay long because we had an Autism Assistance Dog training/outing at West Towne mall. Max, Porter, and Juno continued to "proof " their SIT, DOWN, and STAYs. With the advent of Spring, we should try to do some outdoor outings.

Thursday: I have very little direct knowledge of Cooper's activities. After we accompanied Mac to a learning session in the morning, Cooper spent the remainder of the day with his family. It is rumored that he went shopping, attended a swim lesson, played in the yard, slept through a chiropractor visit, and took Griff to the pediatrician, where he assisted a girl experiencing a panic attack. He was returned to us after we helped out the Therapy and Shy Dog classes at The Dog Den.

Friday: Cooper and I went to lunch and in the afternoon,we all made a return trip to visit Chloe. It had been a couple weeks and we hoped that he would still be welcome - he was. As soon as Chloe saw Copper she hurried to the kitchen to get him some bubble bites (Kix) and water. I think that her brother Chase may have missed him more.