I had the sad responsibility today of having to put my old dog, Tippy, to sleep. I know that a few of you have shared your experiences with this sort of thing in the past...I hope that you will indulge me here as this has been a really emotional thing for me.

Tippy was with us for seventeen years and was adopted from the Chicago Anti-Cruelty Society...she was one hell of a great recommendation for adopting a cast-off dog at your local shelter. One of those scruffy black and white "terrier mix" types that you find now and again.

She was a valiant protector of the household, great with the kids and an inveterate chaser of the odd rabbit that would dare to find its way onto the property. She will be missed.

Best

AA