This kid is not from Kanto originally he's from the Unova region but was sent over to Kanto at age 5!

Dax is a rookie researcher he wants to be one of the best Pokémon researchers around and since he isn't a trainer Prof Oak gave Dax a Oshawott for protection

He's 11 years old and he feels that with his buddy Oshawott with his help they have a chance at making their dream a reality.