That's super news about the captain Laura! I think you and Gary are the only two here that saw Kirby for the sweet angel he is. Those were his younger days when he had to build strength up in his hind quarters. Twice his hip popped out of the socket (first time nearly gave me a heart attack), and the 2nd and last time, it went back in on it's own. Whew! Do you think everyone's horrified at how Kirby's legs look? He really does get around with no problems, and loves to shadow box in the A.M thru the French doors at the waiting kitty shadows in the hallway! If I thought he was in pain, or miserable, I'd have no qualms about seeing him peacefully out.