Chief, 13.5, has been quite mobile but still dealing with hind-leg difficulties. He has been joining us on the deck and even joining Hoskins and Colonel Deeds in the yard as they chase and play around the stationary old fellow.

Harrigan, 10.5, has me worried as she has not eaten again, today. This happens with her once or twice each year, and she quickly bounces back to what is normal for her. She drinks water but refuses to eat. Harry stays with me in bed or on the deck and even joins the others out in the yard for pottying and sniffing around. I cannot determine if her depression over Bailey’s passing has returned or if she is just having a few off days.

I love older dogs, but when they hit “that point” with age or health issues, it is heart-tugging.