Bradley died of CA 2DEC at 7 years and 2 months. We were a therapy dog team with Hospice and then Heart of Texas therapy dogs. I have only had Boxers and prefer the showdogs that did not make the cut..but the finer the dog the more likely to have congenital problems. I did buy an overlap puppy now 13 months but not suited for therapy training. I have been struck down by grief several dogs now..one breeder said grief is the price you pay to love a dog. I believe, as you may also, that I also lose some of me when I hold them for our final moment together. I make a point of twice a day giving my dogs my affectionate gratitude for their company. Best, John
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