Danny has been attending the MAAP program for 2 weeks now. The move has been bittersweet. While it's bitter because we miss the friends we've made at the day program, we have new friends and opportunities for Danny in the MAAP program. The new program is designed to set specific goals for Danny. They work daily on areas Danny struggles with. The main one is his expressive language. They are trying to improve Danny's use of his words. They are also trying to get Danny to be more receptive to having his teeth brushed. He's having a lot of dental issues and his reluctance to brush his teeth is no doubt a part of the problem.
Kermit will hopefully be in the program soon. There are several participants who are afraid of dogs. They are trying to calm these student's fears before trying to bring in a huge dog like Kermit. With the way Kermit's skills are improving we are eager to see Kermit attend all day with Danny soon. We are hoping the MAAP program can help Danny with tethering, which is something we have not mastered on our own.
The top picture is how Kermit loves to ride in the van or truck. He is so funny. He has chosen his own seat. He will even run to the other side of the van and wait for someone to open his door! Kenny usually just sits in the back now rather than disappoint Kermit. But we still refuse to consider his spoiled! We figure it's just that stubborn bloodhound personality coming out in him! LOL
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