Leaning into a large exercise ball, the therapist encouraged her to straighten her arms, making a tunnel for River to go "under" between her and the ball. He was happy to comply and Pink Girl laughed as his tail tickled her when he zipped through. That idea I learned at the last KPETS roundtable was successfully put into action at this session. We also did the usual: having her hold the hula hoop (with Amanda on the other side) for him to jump, a crawling competition, squeezing his water bottle to give him a drink, having River "play/paw" the piano - which always must be followed by Pink Girl's more melodious piano efforts. Walking wasn't as successful - we offered walking him on leash, chasing his tail with the walker wheels, tricks as a rewards for steps, distracting conversation (guess River's age) but there were more tears than steps.
River wore his new KPETS bandana embroidered with his name. She admired that, but did try to use the bandana to pull him which I tried to discourage. She hasn't done that with other bandanas. There were sweet moments, too - she enjoyed a few kisses and she gave him a hug. Overall much of the session was positive; as her therapist said - she really "goes up and down" in mood and degree of cooperation.
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