all my condolences to you Farside - we have a menagerie of pets here in our home and losing any one of them will devistate us - losing a dog, a companion, a friend, a family member after so many beautiful years will always be painful and sorrowful but the memories you have will be lifelong and special - Hugs to you and yours for your loss from my family

Quadra - the same as above for you and your family also - I am truly sorry for the loss of your wonderful pet also and for the tragedy your wife had to witness - my deepest heartfelt sympathies

Ali