I wonder if it would be to hard (emotionally) for her to see the dog. It's easier (?) to pretned animals don't exist when they cause us turmoil. I suppose for some of our WAS's it's easier to do that with people too.
Glad to hear that you've had some good convos and a few laughs. I'm curious about your convos regarding S8 struggling in school, does she ask or do you offer?