1 00:00:05,088 --> 00:00:07,257 Welcome to Maximum Mudroom Makeover, 2 00:00:07,341 --> 00:00:09,635 and, boy, do we have a treat for you today. 3 00:00:09,718 --> 00:00:13,013 You're doggone right, Anna. We're here with Charles Peterson, 4 00:00:13,096 --> 00:00:15,599 a young man who, along with his sister, Lizzie, 5 00:00:15,682 --> 00:00:19,853 put his dream of getting a puppy on hold in order to foster countless others. 6 00:00:19,937 --> 00:00:23,857 It's true, Campbell. Lizzie and I love dogs more than anything. 7 00:00:23,941 --> 00:00:27,945 And that's why we're gonna help as many dogs as we can find forever homes. 8 00:00:28,028 --> 00:00:30,697 After hearing this heartwarming story, 9 00:00:30,781 --> 00:00:34,368 the Maximum Mudroom Makeover team knew we had to help. 10 00:00:34,451 --> 00:00:37,496 Here's what Charles and Lizzie's mudroom used to look like. 11 00:00:39,039 --> 00:00:42,376 Charles, are you excited to see your new puppy paradise? 12 00:00:42,459 --> 00:00:43,794 So excited, Anna. 13 00:00:46,296 --> 00:00:49,341 This is so, so cool. 14 00:00:49,424 --> 00:00:51,385 You and the puppies deserve it. 15 00:00:51,468 --> 00:00:53,512 I can't wait to show-- 16 00:00:54,596 --> 00:00:57,057 Lizzie, why are you wearing a blindfold? 17 00:00:57,140 --> 00:01:00,978 It's an experiment for school. Well, not technically for school. 18 00:01:01,061 --> 00:01:04,022 More for me to gain perspective, for school. 19 00:01:05,022 --> 00:01:06,692 I'm doing a report on Helen Keller, 20 00:01:06,775 --> 00:01:09,444 so I'm trying to experience what it's like to be blind. 21 00:01:09,528 --> 00:01:14,116 Okay. Remember how we were talking about fixing up the mudroom for the puppies? 22 00:01:14,199 --> 00:01:16,743 -I was thinking-- -Can you record me eating dinner? 23 00:01:16,827 --> 00:01:19,371 -I wanna document it for extra credit. -Can't. 24 00:01:19,454 --> 00:01:21,415 Sammy's grandma is picking me up in-- 25 00:01:21,915 --> 00:01:23,292 -Now. -Wait. 26 00:01:24,293 --> 00:01:27,629 Again? You and Sammy are always hanging out. 27 00:01:27,713 --> 00:01:30,674 It's what happens when you have a best friend, I guess. 28 00:01:31,967 --> 00:01:33,260 I guess. 29 00:01:43,103 --> 00:01:46,773 Honey, are you sure we can't do anything? Helen Keller had a helper, you know. 30 00:01:46,857 --> 00:01:48,984 You mean Anne Sullivan. She wasn't a helper. 31 00:01:49,067 --> 00:01:51,320 She was Helen Keller's teacher and best friend. 32 00:01:51,403 --> 00:01:54,698 She encouraged her to do things on her own and to be self-sufficient. 33 00:01:55,866 --> 00:01:56,867 It's open. 34 00:01:56,950 --> 00:01:59,119 -Who's that? -Surprise dinner guests. 35 00:01:59,203 --> 00:02:01,246 You might wanna take off your blindfold. 36 00:02:01,914 --> 00:02:04,583 Helen Keller wasn't able to see her guests. 37 00:02:05,292 --> 00:02:08,169 -Hello, Petersons. Hi. -Hi. 38 00:02:08,252 --> 00:02:09,213 Is that Dr. Abby? 39 00:02:09,795 --> 00:02:11,548 The accent. It always gives me away. 40 00:02:13,258 --> 00:02:14,384 You brought a puppy. 41 00:02:14,468 --> 00:02:16,845 I never show up to a dinner party empty-handed. 42 00:02:16,929 --> 00:02:18,514 This little quokka is Shadow. 43 00:02:18,597 --> 00:02:21,058 His new owners had no idea their son was allergic, 44 00:02:21,141 --> 00:02:23,310 so they've asked me to find him a new home. 45 00:02:23,393 --> 00:02:24,937 Shadow, that is, not the son. 46 00:02:26,146 --> 00:02:29,399 -Charles and I will find him one. -Your dad might have beaten you to it. 47 00:02:29,483 --> 00:02:31,818 Captain Carter wants to surprise her daughter Nell 48 00:02:31,902 --> 00:02:35,030 with a puppy for her seventh birthday. Shadow was perfect. 49 00:02:35,113 --> 00:02:37,574 Lizzie, you have to see how adorable he is. 50 00:02:37,658 --> 00:02:40,202 That's okay. I can experience Shadow in other ways. 51 00:02:40,285 --> 00:02:43,997 Did you know that when you lose one of your senses, the others are enhanced? 52 00:02:46,416 --> 00:02:48,418 He has the sweetest puppy breath. 53 00:02:48,502 --> 00:02:50,546 Shadow's staying with us until Nell's birthday party. 54 00:02:50,629 --> 00:02:52,464 -Yes! -Which reminds me, 55 00:02:52,548 --> 00:02:56,051 what happened to Charles's plan to make the mudroom more puppy friendly? 56 00:02:56,134 --> 00:02:58,345 It's hard when he's always at Sammy's house. 57 00:02:58,428 --> 00:03:01,473 Shadow's a well-behaved fellow and quite happy in his crate. 58 00:03:01,557 --> 00:03:02,850 He won't be a problem. 59 00:03:04,309 --> 00:03:05,394 Here we are, Lizzie. 60 00:03:08,021 --> 00:03:10,148 I can't wait to see you tomorrow. 61 00:03:12,067 --> 00:03:14,278 Looks like he couldn't wait either. 62 00:03:17,072 --> 00:03:20,117 -Hey, buddy. -Hi. Oh, hello. 63 00:03:22,327 --> 00:03:23,871 Since I wasn't able to see, 64 00:03:23,954 --> 00:03:27,791 my other senses, like hearing, taste and smell, all got a lot stronger. 65 00:03:27,875 --> 00:03:31,003 That really made me appreciate the strength of Helen Keller, 66 00:03:31,086 --> 00:03:32,796 who used the resources she did have 67 00:03:32,880 --> 00:03:35,007 to show the world that she wasn't handicapped, 68 00:03:35,090 --> 00:03:36,967 but she was handicapable. 69 00:03:39,261 --> 00:03:41,889 Thank you, Lizzie. Excellent job. 70 00:03:41,972 --> 00:03:42,973 Actually... 71 00:03:48,437 --> 00:03:50,022 Homemade cupcakes, one dollar. 72 00:03:50,105 --> 00:03:53,317 Homemade secret recipe cupcakes, two for a dollar. 73 00:04:02,075 --> 00:04:03,076 Yes! 74 00:04:04,077 --> 00:04:07,748 Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria! 75 00:04:15,297 --> 00:04:17,591 Other senses don't get stronger when you're blind. 76 00:04:17,673 --> 00:04:20,052 You just learn to pay more attention to them. 77 00:04:20,135 --> 00:04:23,263 Also, maybe Helen Keller would have liked being called handicapable, 78 00:04:23,347 --> 00:04:25,140 but maybe she wouldn't. 79 00:04:25,224 --> 00:04:28,560 To me, it feels like you're saying having a disability is a bad thing, 80 00:04:28,644 --> 00:04:30,020 and I don't think it is. 81 00:04:30,103 --> 00:04:32,272 It's just part of who some people are. 82 00:04:32,356 --> 00:04:35,817 Wow, Maria, that is incredibly insightful. 83 00:04:35,901 --> 00:04:39,363 Thank you for teaching us, myself included, 84 00:04:39,446 --> 00:04:41,448 something really important today. 85 00:04:47,287 --> 00:04:49,498 The bones are good, so let's focus on theme. 86 00:04:49,581 --> 00:04:52,584 Modern, minimalist, maybe rustic farmhouse? 87 00:04:52,668 --> 00:04:54,878 I just want it safe for the puppies. 88 00:04:54,962 --> 00:04:57,506 Have you noticed that Shadow won't stop staring at us? 89 00:04:57,589 --> 00:04:59,383 I don't think he's blinked once. 90 00:04:59,466 --> 00:05:03,053 Lizzie says he's the most focused puppy she's ever seen. 91 00:05:03,136 --> 00:05:05,430 Or maybe he just thinks you're dressed funny. 92 00:05:07,474 --> 00:05:08,475 Yeah. 93 00:05:09,726 --> 00:05:11,019 Whoa! Be careful. 94 00:05:11,103 --> 00:05:14,147 Lift from your legs. Keep your core tight and your eyes up. 95 00:05:14,231 --> 00:05:17,276 -Maybe I should find someone to help me. -Yeah. Good idea. 96 00:05:18,151 --> 00:05:20,195 Oh, right. 97 00:05:27,160 --> 00:05:29,788 Shadow, move. I almost stepped on you. 98 00:05:30,289 --> 00:05:32,416 Guess he's not as smart as we thought. 99 00:05:36,336 --> 00:05:40,799 No, he's smarter. Shadow saw you were gonna step on those nails. 100 00:05:40,883 --> 00:05:42,217 He was protecting you. 101 00:05:42,718 --> 00:05:45,053 They could have gone right through my rubber soles. 102 00:05:45,137 --> 00:05:47,306 I knew I should have worn work boots. 103 00:05:47,389 --> 00:05:49,516 You are a special puppy, aren't you? 104 00:05:58,483 --> 00:06:01,445 -Can I say hello? -Of course. His name is Simba. 105 00:06:02,613 --> 00:06:04,156 Hi, Simba. 106 00:06:07,326 --> 00:06:10,495 I-- I'm sorry. I didn't realize he was a guide dog. 107 00:06:10,579 --> 00:06:14,082 Don't be sorry. Simba's modest. He doesn't like to brag about it. 108 00:06:17,586 --> 00:06:18,837 He's beautiful. 109 00:06:18,921 --> 00:06:21,757 And he's more than just a handsome face. 110 00:06:21,840 --> 00:06:23,342 The Helping Eyes Foundation 111 00:06:23,425 --> 00:06:27,012 said that he was the most impressive puppy they've ever trained. 112 00:06:27,095 --> 00:06:31,350 Simba's been my eyes for eight years now, and I don't know what I'd do without him. 113 00:06:31,433 --> 00:06:34,645 I'm sure Helen Keller would have loved to have a dog like Simba. 114 00:06:34,728 --> 00:06:37,272 My niece said the same thing last night. 115 00:06:37,356 --> 00:06:39,816 Her class just finished reading The Story of My Life. 116 00:06:39,900 --> 00:06:42,986 -That's my class. Who's your niece? -Hey, Aunt Camila. 117 00:06:43,070 --> 00:06:46,114 Look, my mom's here. Well, no, you don't have to look. 118 00:06:48,283 --> 00:06:50,327 It was nice meeting you. Bye, Simba. 119 00:07:05,843 --> 00:07:07,094 Sleeping. 120 00:07:10,806 --> 00:07:13,141 Lizzie, come on. I'm tired. 121 00:07:13,725 --> 00:07:16,687 From what, cleaning the mudroom? 'Cause it looks exactly the same. 122 00:07:16,770 --> 00:07:20,357 We have to get everything ready before we can start the major work. 123 00:07:20,440 --> 00:07:24,278 Sammy says the most important part of renovation is preparation. 124 00:07:24,361 --> 00:07:27,656 Charles, not everything always has to be about Sammy, you know? 125 00:07:27,739 --> 00:07:31,451 Why don't you like Sammy? Did he do something to you? 126 00:07:33,745 --> 00:07:36,123 No. Sammy's great. 127 00:07:36,206 --> 00:07:39,042 And I'm glad you have a best friend. It's just... 128 00:07:43,630 --> 00:07:44,631 I don't know. 129 00:07:54,266 --> 00:07:57,561 Lizzie, he did the most amazing th-- 130 00:07:59,855 --> 00:08:00,856 What? 131 00:08:00,939 --> 00:08:03,734 It has to do with Sammy. 132 00:08:05,235 --> 00:08:06,320 Go ahead. 133 00:08:06,403 --> 00:08:08,780 Sammy was about to step on a bunch of rusty nails, 134 00:08:08,864 --> 00:08:11,325 but Shadow ran in front of him and barked like crazy. 135 00:08:11,992 --> 00:08:13,994 -Really? -He knew, Lizzie. 136 00:08:14,620 --> 00:08:17,873 -He's like... -The most impressive puppy ever? 137 00:08:17,956 --> 00:08:19,041 Totally. 138 00:08:19,833 --> 00:08:24,296 Kiddos, bad news. The captain's daughter has decided she wants to be a magician 139 00:08:24,379 --> 00:08:25,380 when she grows up. 140 00:08:25,464 --> 00:08:28,342 Instead of a birthday puppy, she's getting a vanishing cabinet. 141 00:08:28,425 --> 00:08:31,929 We need to find another home for Shadow. Let's talk about it tomorrow. Cool? 142 00:08:32,011 --> 00:08:33,054 -Yeah. -Okay. 143 00:08:35,097 --> 00:08:37,392 That's not bad news. That's great news. 144 00:08:37,476 --> 00:08:40,187 It's a sign that Shadow's meant for something bigger, 145 00:08:40,270 --> 00:08:43,106 -something more than being a pet. -Like what? 146 00:08:43,190 --> 00:08:44,691 Like becoming a guide dog. 147 00:08:45,817 --> 00:08:48,612 -Do you think he could? -It's worth finding out. 148 00:08:57,246 --> 00:08:58,247 Excuse me? 149 00:09:00,082 --> 00:09:02,668 I'm Lizzie Peterson. This is my brother, Charles. 150 00:09:02,751 --> 00:09:03,752 Hi. 151 00:09:04,962 --> 00:09:09,758 And we have the most impressive puppy you'll ever meet in your entire life. 152 00:09:10,342 --> 00:09:12,302 We were wondering if you could consider 153 00:09:12,386 --> 00:09:15,097 making him a part of your guide dog training program. 154 00:09:16,265 --> 00:09:19,017 He's calm. He's really smart. 155 00:09:19,101 --> 00:09:21,937 And he has natural ability to sense when something's wrong. 156 00:09:22,020 --> 00:09:25,816 He's such a good puppy. He wants to take care of people. 157 00:09:25,899 --> 00:09:26,900 Please? 158 00:09:26,984 --> 00:09:29,945 First of all, if you wanna get on my good side, 159 00:09:30,028 --> 00:09:36,076 the two precious minutes between 4:30 and 4:32 are hardly the best time to do so. 160 00:09:36,159 --> 00:09:39,204 That is reserved for hot cocoa and baked goodies. 161 00:09:39,288 --> 00:09:40,956 -No exceptions. -But-- 162 00:09:41,039 --> 00:09:43,584 Secondly, we have rules. 163 00:09:43,667 --> 00:09:48,922 And one of those rules is we do not allow outside dogs into our training program. 164 00:09:49,006 --> 00:09:51,842 All of our recruits are bred by us. 165 00:09:51,925 --> 00:09:54,386 But Shadow could be the best guide dog ever. 166 00:09:54,469 --> 00:09:57,514 Yeah, and some rules were made to be broken. 167 00:09:57,598 --> 00:09:59,850 And these rules were made by our president. 168 00:10:00,726 --> 00:10:02,603 Now, if you'll excuse me, 169 00:10:02,686 --> 00:10:06,356 the remastered, original, London cast recording 170 00:10:06,440 --> 00:10:10,611 of Phantom of the Opera is about to drop, and I have been waiting on that for... 171 00:10:11,361 --> 00:10:12,988 well, my entire life. 172 00:10:13,739 --> 00:10:17,034 -We'd like to speak to the president. -You just did. 173 00:10:22,331 --> 00:10:25,501 So now what? Instead of doing great things for humanity, 174 00:10:25,584 --> 00:10:27,544 Shadow's just gonna be a regular dog? 175 00:10:27,628 --> 00:10:29,755 I mean, unless Simon changes his mind. 176 00:10:29,838 --> 00:10:32,799 -The whole thing's not fair. -It's more than not fair. 177 00:10:32,883 --> 00:10:34,801 Shadow's rights are being denied. 178 00:10:34,885 --> 00:10:37,804 We need a grassroots campaign to get him a tryout. 179 00:10:37,888 --> 00:10:39,556 I can start a petition 180 00:10:39,640 --> 00:10:43,143 explaining how Shadow saved me from stepping on a bunch of rusty nails. 181 00:10:43,977 --> 00:10:45,979 Do you know how much that would have hurt? 182 00:10:46,063 --> 00:10:47,981 Just thinking about it makes me dizzy. 183 00:10:53,362 --> 00:10:55,113 I'll catch you guys later. 184 00:10:55,906 --> 00:10:57,157 Thanks, Maria. 185 00:10:57,658 --> 00:10:59,326 Maria, hi. 186 00:11:00,702 --> 00:11:01,828 Hi, Lizzie. 187 00:11:02,913 --> 00:11:04,414 I met your aunt yesterday. 188 00:11:04,498 --> 00:11:06,458 Yeah, I saw that. 189 00:11:07,709 --> 00:11:11,547 Look, I feel really dumb for telling the class what it's like to be blind 190 00:11:11,630 --> 00:11:12,965 while you were right there. 191 00:11:13,048 --> 00:11:15,425 You shouldn't. Your report was really good. 192 00:11:15,509 --> 00:11:20,848 And if it makes you feel any better, you make me feel dumb sometimes too. 193 00:11:21,640 --> 00:11:25,686 Really? Cool. Wait, how do I make you feel dumb? 194 00:11:25,769 --> 00:11:27,646 -I mean, you're Maria. -What do you mean? 195 00:11:27,729 --> 00:11:30,023 Just that you're incredibly good at everything. 196 00:11:32,526 --> 00:11:34,695 I'm serious. Why are you laughing? 197 00:11:35,654 --> 00:11:37,614 Remember the second-grade spelling bee? 198 00:11:38,407 --> 00:11:39,408 Invincible. 199 00:11:39,908 --> 00:11:44,329 I-N-V-I-N-C-I-B-L-E. 200 00:11:44,413 --> 00:11:45,414 Invincible. 201 00:11:51,461 --> 00:11:53,714 Or last year's production of Hamilton? 202 00:12:18,947 --> 00:12:21,241 Well, you're the captain of the debate team. 203 00:12:21,950 --> 00:12:23,702 I won't rebut that point. 204 00:12:25,120 --> 00:12:28,498 I think this is the longest conversation we've had since first grade. 205 00:12:28,582 --> 00:12:29,708 Definitely. 206 00:12:31,210 --> 00:12:32,211 If you wouldn't mind, 207 00:12:32,294 --> 00:12:34,505 -I'd like to ask your advice on something. -Sure. 208 00:12:34,588 --> 00:12:37,216 My brother and I, we're fostering this dog, Shadow. 209 00:12:37,299 --> 00:12:40,761 He's amazing, and I think he'd make a great guide dog, like Simba. 210 00:12:40,844 --> 00:12:41,887 The only problem is-- 211 00:12:41,970 --> 00:12:44,681 The Helping Eyes Foundation will only train their own dogs. 212 00:12:44,765 --> 00:12:47,226 Yeah, how-- how did you know that? 213 00:12:47,309 --> 00:12:49,102 Oh, right. You're Maria. 214 00:12:49,186 --> 00:12:53,232 Other puppies should be given a chance. I can't imagine my aunt without Simba. 215 00:12:53,315 --> 00:12:55,943 And there could be someone who Shadow would be perfect for. 216 00:12:56,026 --> 00:12:57,194 Exactly. 217 00:12:57,778 --> 00:13:01,657 I've been around Simba my whole life, so I do know a lot about guide dogs. 218 00:13:01,740 --> 00:13:03,158 If you want, I can meet Shadow. 219 00:13:03,242 --> 00:13:06,078 Maybe between our two brains, we could figure something out. 220 00:13:06,161 --> 00:13:09,206 Really? Well, you wanna come over after school? 221 00:13:09,289 --> 00:13:13,544 Okay. But I can't stay long. I have a test tomorrow in honors history. 222 00:13:13,627 --> 00:13:16,797 That's fine. I have one in honors math. 223 00:13:22,010 --> 00:13:23,303 What do you think, Shadow? 224 00:13:23,387 --> 00:13:27,724 It's like a massive pile of leaves to play in, but inside. 225 00:13:29,852 --> 00:13:31,061 Shadow? 226 00:13:33,355 --> 00:13:34,356 Shadow? 227 00:13:37,317 --> 00:13:38,610 There you are. 228 00:13:43,699 --> 00:13:44,950 I can't wait to meet him. 229 00:13:45,033 --> 00:13:47,077 We're only taking care of him temporarily. 230 00:13:49,872 --> 00:13:51,039 Charles? 231 00:13:52,624 --> 00:13:54,042 Lizzie. 232 00:13:55,419 --> 00:13:56,420 Check this out. 233 00:13:58,672 --> 00:13:59,715 Come on, Shadow. 234 00:14:00,841 --> 00:14:02,426 Puppy on the bottom. 235 00:14:06,597 --> 00:14:08,724 Kid on top. 236 00:14:09,516 --> 00:14:13,228 Sammy's Grandma Dayle made it. She's an amazing carpenter. 237 00:14:13,312 --> 00:14:14,313 Cool. 238 00:14:20,277 --> 00:14:22,279 Okay. I love him. 239 00:14:24,656 --> 00:14:28,619 We're gonna take Shadow upstairs. Maria is an expert on guide dogs. 240 00:14:28,702 --> 00:14:30,204 Well, I'm not an expert. 241 00:14:30,287 --> 00:14:33,749 But I do know some tests we can do to see if Shadow's a good candidate. 242 00:14:33,832 --> 00:14:35,417 -Do you wanna help? -Definitely. 243 00:14:37,127 --> 00:14:40,589 Not. Thanks for asking, but you two go. 244 00:14:42,049 --> 00:14:43,258 Come on, Shadow. 245 00:14:44,801 --> 00:14:46,011 Thanks. 246 00:14:50,682 --> 00:14:53,769 You were right about Shadow. He's calm and doesn't get distracted. 247 00:14:53,852 --> 00:14:56,855 But he's also curious. He'd make a great guide dog. 248 00:14:57,564 --> 00:15:00,108 Honestly, it's not Shadow I'm worried about. 249 00:15:00,192 --> 00:15:03,654 -It's Simon, the foundation's president. -What do you know about him? 250 00:15:05,197 --> 00:15:07,199 Only that he has a major attitude, 251 00:15:07,282 --> 00:15:10,369 a sweet tooth, and he's a pretty big fan of musical theater. 252 00:15:10,452 --> 00:15:12,371 I know we can figure this out. 253 00:15:12,454 --> 00:15:17,084 Like you said in your Helen Keller report, we need to use whatever resources we have. 254 00:15:17,167 --> 00:15:18,919 Wait, we? 255 00:15:19,503 --> 00:15:20,754 Well, yeah. 256 00:15:20,838 --> 00:15:23,799 -I wanna help. -Okay. Resources. 257 00:15:23,882 --> 00:15:26,301 Online encyclopedias can be pretty unreliable, 258 00:15:26,385 --> 00:15:29,096 so we have to cross-check our primary source data. 259 00:15:29,179 --> 00:15:32,432 Actually, I was thinking of something more like... 260 00:15:33,934 --> 00:15:35,853 the drama club wardrobe department. 261 00:15:36,645 --> 00:15:39,648 How is that gonna help Shadow become a guide dog? 262 00:15:54,621 --> 00:15:55,831 Fear not. 263 00:15:57,708 --> 00:15:59,543 A delicious cupcake, good sir? 264 00:15:59,626 --> 00:16:01,295 Why do you look familiar? 265 00:16:01,378 --> 00:16:02,880 I'm Alexander Hamilton. 266 00:16:02,963 --> 00:16:06,216 You probably know me from founding the United States financial system. 267 00:16:06,300 --> 00:16:08,302 Please, have a colonial confection. 268 00:16:09,845 --> 00:16:11,513 And I'm Eliza. 269 00:16:11,597 --> 00:16:13,974 I started the first orphanage in New York City. 270 00:16:14,057 --> 00:16:16,935 And you are here because... 271 00:16:17,019 --> 00:16:20,272 We're revolutionaries, and we think it's important to... 272 00:16:21,064 --> 00:16:22,399 break the rules. 273 00:16:23,775 --> 00:16:26,528 -Now I remember you. -As you know, 274 00:16:26,612 --> 00:16:29,990 guide dogs possess special qualities to do their jobs effectively. 275 00:16:30,073 --> 00:16:31,825 That's why we put together five tests 276 00:16:31,909 --> 00:16:34,328 to show you what an amazing guide dog Shadow can be. 277 00:16:34,411 --> 00:16:35,287 We call it... 278 00:16:36,496 --> 00:16:37,915 the trust test. 279 00:16:37,998 --> 00:16:39,917 You may wanna sit down for this. 280 00:16:46,256 --> 00:16:48,634 Test number one, touch. 281 00:16:48,717 --> 00:16:52,179 This shows how comfortable the puppy is with human contact. 282 00:16:52,763 --> 00:16:56,767 -You'll notice he's very calm. -Very, very calm. 283 00:16:59,061 --> 00:17:00,479 Our next test... 284 00:17:01,855 --> 00:17:02,856 Eliza? 285 00:17:04,023 --> 00:17:07,277 Guide dogs have to learn to handle all kinds of sounds and noises. 286 00:17:07,361 --> 00:17:10,364 As you can see, Shadow's fine with it! 287 00:17:10,446 --> 00:17:13,534 Yes, but I'm not! Turn that off. 288 00:17:14,910 --> 00:17:16,744 Let's cut to the chase, shall we? 289 00:17:17,829 --> 00:17:19,455 The umbrella test. 290 00:17:20,582 --> 00:17:24,502 Pop it open and see how the puppy reacts to being startled. 291 00:17:27,297 --> 00:17:28,590 The tunnel. 292 00:17:28,674 --> 00:17:32,636 The puppy runs through, displaying his confidence. 293 00:17:32,719 --> 00:17:38,267 And finally, we see how responsive a distracted puppy is when called. 294 00:17:41,436 --> 00:17:43,647 Shadow? Return. 295 00:17:54,157 --> 00:17:55,492 So, what do you think? 296 00:17:58,245 --> 00:17:59,580 Not bad. 297 00:18:00,163 --> 00:18:02,583 Although I prefer buttercream to ganache. 298 00:18:03,166 --> 00:18:05,752 -Noted. But we meant-- -The puppy. 299 00:18:07,212 --> 00:18:09,715 I can't say that he doesn't have potential. 300 00:18:09,798 --> 00:18:14,094 And your presentation was excellent. I admire your moxie. 301 00:18:14,178 --> 00:18:18,307 But as I previously told Mr. Hamilton in no uncertain terms, 302 00:18:18,390 --> 00:18:22,227 I can't break the rules. I'm sorry. Good day. 303 00:18:22,311 --> 00:18:24,605 -You're the president! -I said good day. 304 00:18:34,114 --> 00:18:35,115 Hey, Lizzie. 305 00:18:35,199 --> 00:18:38,452 I was thinking of asking Ms. Newman to let us switch partners 306 00:18:38,535 --> 00:18:42,122 so that you and I can work together on the Industrial Revolution project. 307 00:18:42,206 --> 00:18:45,125 -If you want. -Sure, yeah. I'd love that. 308 00:18:45,751 --> 00:18:50,047 -We just have to convince Ms. Newman. -I bet we can if we use our best resource. 309 00:18:50,631 --> 00:18:51,715 The cupcake cart? 310 00:18:51,798 --> 00:18:54,593 Each other. The two of us working together? 311 00:18:54,676 --> 00:18:58,764 I think we'll be pretty I-N-V-I-N-C-I-B-L-E. 312 00:18:58,847 --> 00:19:01,475 -Invincible. -That was cringey. 313 00:19:01,558 --> 00:19:02,976 So cringey. 314 00:19:04,436 --> 00:19:06,313 My dad found Shadow a new home. 315 00:19:06,396 --> 00:19:08,857 Do you wanna come over later to say goodbye? 316 00:19:08,941 --> 00:19:12,444 I wish. I have a paper due on plate tectonics for honors science. 317 00:19:12,528 --> 00:19:16,782 Right. I have to study too. J'ai un quiz in honors French. 318 00:19:17,950 --> 00:19:21,453 You're really good at science. Can I call you if I have questions? 319 00:19:22,329 --> 00:19:24,623 Yeah. And if I have-- 320 00:19:25,832 --> 00:19:27,251 I got you, my friend. 321 00:19:30,546 --> 00:19:34,591 Seriously, I don't know if this is a better dog room or kid room. 322 00:19:34,675 --> 00:19:38,053 Gotta hand it to you two. This room looks fantastic. 323 00:19:38,136 --> 00:19:40,931 And almost everything in here is either upcycled or recycled, 324 00:19:41,014 --> 00:19:43,141 which means it's eco-friendly and sustainable. 325 00:19:43,225 --> 00:19:45,060 Or, as Dad likes to say... 326 00:19:45,143 --> 00:19:46,270 Free. 327 00:19:48,689 --> 00:19:52,234 Oh, good. I'm not too late. Sammy, your grandma's waiting for you. 328 00:19:52,317 --> 00:19:53,944 -Lates. -'Kay. 329 00:19:57,364 --> 00:19:59,783 I know it's not exactly what we wanted, 330 00:19:59,867 --> 00:20:02,369 but as long as they give Shadow lots of love, 331 00:20:02,452 --> 00:20:04,204 I'm sure he'll be really happy. 332 00:20:04,288 --> 00:20:07,791 I know. I just wonder if there was anything else Maria and I could've done 333 00:20:07,875 --> 00:20:10,294 -to convince Simon. -I'm sure you guys were awesome. 334 00:20:10,377 --> 00:20:13,505 Kids, this is Traci and her son, Wyatt. 335 00:20:14,298 --> 00:20:15,299 Hey, what's up? 336 00:20:15,382 --> 00:20:17,342 -Hi. -They're Shadow's new family. 337 00:20:17,426 --> 00:20:21,263 True, but Shadow's real job will be to help Wyatt get around. 338 00:20:21,346 --> 00:20:25,309 I don't think Shadow's allowed to be a guide dog. 339 00:20:25,392 --> 00:20:27,144 -He's not. -Simon? 340 00:20:27,227 --> 00:20:30,314 But Wyatt's not old enough to have a guide dog of his own yet. 341 00:20:30,397 --> 00:20:33,108 And until he is, I can't think of a better companion 342 00:20:33,192 --> 00:20:35,903 or someone to keep an eye on him than Shadow. 343 00:20:40,824 --> 00:20:41,867 Hi. 344 00:20:42,826 --> 00:20:44,286 He likes me already. 345 00:20:47,206 --> 00:20:50,167 Well, what happens when it is time to get a guide dog? 346 00:20:50,250 --> 00:20:53,504 -What happens to Shadow then? -Well, nothing. 347 00:20:53,587 --> 00:20:56,423 Guide dogs and regular dogs live together all the time. 348 00:20:56,507 --> 00:20:59,676 And I'm sure Shadow will be thrilled to have a new dog best friend. 349 00:21:00,135 --> 00:21:02,679 Dad, can we take Shadow outside to play? 350 00:21:04,890 --> 00:21:06,183 Definitely. 351 00:21:06,266 --> 00:21:08,185 -Come on. I'll show you. -Great. 352 00:21:11,605 --> 00:21:13,690 This is kind of amazing. 353 00:21:13,774 --> 00:21:16,902 Well, Shadow's kind of amazing himself. 354 00:21:19,655 --> 00:21:20,906 Thank you. 355 00:21:22,449 --> 00:21:25,410 Now, if you'll excuse me, I should join my family. 356 00:21:25,494 --> 00:21:28,372 I don't want Shadow to like them more than he likes me. 357 00:21:49,685 --> 00:21:51,562 We need to celebrate. 358 00:21:52,145 --> 00:21:53,438 Like this. 359 00:21:56,024 --> 00:21:57,943 Try it. It's so fun. 360 00:21:58,026 --> 00:22:00,237 Lizzie, Maria's on the phone. 361 00:22:01,864 --> 00:22:03,574 Tell her I'll call her right back. 362 00:22:06,994 --> 00:22:08,078 It's on.