Thanks to all for the good wishes. It was easily the hardest thing I've ever had to do, and I pray I'll never have to go through that again.

We received the letter from Austin, and the rabies test came back negative, thank God.

I still cry when I think about him.

I've recently adopted another dog from the shelter, and we're all having a tough time trusting her. I hope with time, our fear will diminish.

[This message has been edited by PJ's Mom (edited June 11, 2001).]