We have had many dogs in our lives, many are good dogs and a few are great. Daddy is one of the great ones. Your article on Daddy's aging brought me to tears. We are facing a similar day. We have K-9 Dakota, a 14 year old Accelerant Detecting Canine. This yellow lab came in to our lives and hearts as a 13 month old. He was a live wire who was in constant motion and trouble. And he saved my husband's life.
My step son had been killed in a car accident the previous year and I didn't think my husband would ever recover, he certainly was not the same man as before the accident. When he got Dakota he refocused all his energy and love into training the youngster. The two have been partners for 13 years now. They have investigated arsons, deaths, stolen cars, anything that can burn. Last year a local church was torched. The State, and Federal Arson dogs worked the scene, but it was the old Dakota who found where the fire was set that led to the arrest of the suspects.
Now Dakota has arthritis. He doesn't play ball like he used to, and wants to come upstairs to bed earlier than before. When he pants after his walk I watch him closely to be sure he is okay.
Dakota and my husband, who has 37 years with the Fire Department, are set to retire this spring. The two old boys deserve a rest. I don't know how we will lose Dakota, but I know we will be broken hearted. When my friends lose a pet I always tell them. We love them when they are here and miss them when they are gone, but our dog would always want us to be happy. For you Ceasar, remember, Daddy would always want you to be happy. Salute to two great dogs.

You have really helped me and my pitbull mix Lotus. She has a way to go, but we are doing well with all your great ideas and ways.
Thank you so very much!! We watch you almost everyday!! Love and Hugs to you all.

Sandy and Lotus

Daddy is one of my fav dog on the show.