Oh, that is great! I am so glad that you were able to save him from that horrible fate. He sounds awfully skinny for a retriever mix. I am sure that a good diet can take care of that really quick What about the irritations on his paws? Did the vet diagnose that?

It is also encouraging to hear that you already have a good home for him to go to. Hope this senior lives out the rest of his life in the lap of luxury.