Jason and Max

JASON AND HIS NEW MATE MAX

Turning 11 in Nov., 2005, Jason had an early birthday present in the form of assistance
dog, Max, a chocolate brown Labrador, who has spent the past two years in
training to help people like Jason, with special needs.
Born with Sturge-Weber Syndrome, a rare syndrome that affects his brain, causing
seizures and mild paralysis to his left side, the Year 5 Heatley Primary school student
has been what his grandmother describes as “a real battler.” He also has
glaucoma and has had a number of operations to help reduce damage to his sight.
Jason is just so tickled to have the dog especially when Max plays tugger and ball
with him and his brother, Brandon.
When Max has his jacket on he knows he’s working and he has his own seatbelt,
so he can go out in public with his master.
He will pick up things for Jason, carry them for him and he can take Jason’s shoes
and socks off for him. Also, Max can help Jason to climb up and down stairs and
once Jason and Max have developed a strong bond between them, Max should be
able to warn Jason of impeding seizures.
It was love at first sight when Jason and Max met – Max had no qualms in discarding
his old family for his new one and there was an immediate bond between the
two. This looks like a lifelong team!!!!!!!