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Len,

Tell Bear that our DAWG has been recoperating since early June. She tore some tendons and had to be fixed up by the Vet. I guess those LONG WALKS with me did some harm, but she is only nine. The Vet said it is very common even for dogs like Chessie (Heinz 57). She is not allowed to use the steps or jump around yet, so she is confined to the basement (not a Happy Camper). Anyway, my friend, this post is not to be considered as "Film at 11", but an excuse to say HELLO and hope you and the Bear are having a Great Summer!!! By the way, I read the posts you and Bullseye noted to Greener. Lots of good information on the 1911. Personally I've grown addicted to Ruger Big Bore Single Actions (must of been a cowboy in another life). I truly enjoy thumbing back that hammer (like a Good Cigar / slow and smooth) ...... Rich G.

ACL problems are acommon problem with most of the retriever breeds and it can happen at any age, alos hip dysplsaia is onther problem even in some very young dogs (especially Labs.
Luckily Ber is in good health, othe thatn just aftrer Christmas in 2005 where he layed his left foreleg open to the bone, you could see the bone and tendon. Thankfylly he did not blled much, never eveen left a spot on his mat in the car. It happened at the club which is only about ten minutes from the vet and they had just opened and he was treated immediately by the head vet, who stapled him back together. Tried to slow him down but a few days later he was running around like he always does, he has healed fine and we just got back from our morning walk and turned on the lap top to check Gun Talk.
Take care my friend and take good care of your pal also.