You just amaze me with the heart that you have val, honestly I am gun shy about getting an older dog, because im scared of loosing another one. I think you are such a wonderful big hearted person for wanting to give this dog loving home for however long he has. you are a far better person and stronger than I am and much much braver, Im not ready to do something like that, if ever. I will continue to keep you in my prayers and i wish you all the best with whichever one comes home with you.