Thanks so much for your kind words Marty. Forrest did not have a good day Sat., could tell he just wasn't feeling too good, and when he woke up and started the pacing, I knew. I am a nurse and we see that in patients it is called "terminal restlessness" and is very common. He was not acting himself at all, avoiding us and the other dogs, he just wanted to lay in the dirt in the garden, which was not like him at all, he didn't even like to get his feet wet in the rain!! It was a heart wrenching decision to make, but the only decision. He looked me in the eyes, and I knew that he was ready. He was a young soul in an old and tired body. Last night was very hard, not hearing his feet on the wood floors. The other dogs seem depressed as well, not really eating, staying right at my feet. I have absolutely no regrets, just great memories. And as to what did the other 2 dogs do while Forrest had his steak, DROOLED!!! I will continue to check in from time to time, I love hearing about the dogs who are beating the odds with this horrible disease. Best of luck and good health to your Annie. She does sound very similar to Forrest in shape and attitude. Thanks again for all of your information and input, it has certainly made these last few months more bearable. Karen