Apparently this was the dog my son needed, as he does identify with him. The dog is teaching all of us "unconditional love" as in, "Max did check up your toy but do you love him anyways." The kids ALL ALWAYS answer yes (which rather surprises me)

What kind of dog do you have? What is his/her name?

I admit, I was trying to write "a happy entry" so I am glad it worked!