It really has helped reading the different stories and experiences you guys have had. I feel for those who may be facing the same situation. I'm not sure if I will get another dog or not. Too early to be thinking about that.
I don't know why I didn't post pics of him earlier, but here he is. The first one is one of my favorites and the second one is the last picture we took of him. He had just gotten a haircut. He loved getting his hair cut and showing off.