Day 7- Sensitive Santa

Wow! I can't believe we're 7 days into training!! We are really tired!! But, had an awesome day!!!

What a way to start the day!!!

We were so excited to get a chance to meet Santa and get a family shot! They had "Sensitive Santa" from 9-11am.  It was for children with special needs and their families.  They allowed us to come before the mall opened for a lower key Santa time!! It was so nice and they took their time with each family.  :)   After picture time we met with the 4 Paws Trainers and did some practice around the mall.  I had a chance to have Mia walk with me as she held onto Epic's harness.  She did great!  She had fun with Epic and seemed to want to walk further than she normally would have:) 

AND.... Epic got to ride the train with us!!! Highlight of our day!!!  Not sure how we all managed to fit... but, we did!! :)  Epic did great and got lots of waves along the way!!

The girls played at the kids playcenter and got to hang out with Mimi while Justin and I took turns practicing with Epic. And then we ate lunch at the food court.  It was a great morning!! 

Here are some pictures from our morning: 

Silly time with Mimi!!!!

Waiting to meet Santa!

Epic and the girls meeting Santa

TRAIN RIDE!!!!

Practicing with Mia!

 

Hey Hannah!! :) 

We headed back to 4 Paws for our afternoon session.  We went over more "seizure work" information.   And Jeremy also went into "tethering".   At this point, we won't be using Epic as a tethering dog for Mia.  But, if needed in the future we will be able to have this option.  It's so amazing what these dogs can do!!!!  

We are so thankful for everyone that is a part of 4 Paws for Ability!!!! We are having the most amazing experience.  It is exhausting and LOTS of INFORMATION to take in... but, worth every second!!!  :)   Epic has already been a HUGE blessing to our family!!

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!! :)