This is our dog Andy, he was my mothers dog untill she passed away in 2009. We told her we would take good care of him, which we have. But sadly to say he hasn't been well lately so we took him to the Vet's. Only to find out he has a very enlarged spleene. Which the doc said was a 99% indication of cancer. He is 12 so surgery is out of the question. So it will be a day to day thing. I took this just today. He has given us a great deal of joy, I just hope we will/can remember it.
Very touching story, Richard, I'll bet you have loved watching over him for your mother. Your mom would be so happy knowing the pleasure you have received from having Andy in you life. Take care...