Like you, right now, our Samson is fighting a bad UTI/blockage, and has the thickening of the bladder walls. He is getting Elavil, Dasaquin, Fish Oil, and is still on Baytril(for a few more days. He eats his canned SO with 30cc's of spring water added. Sam is not even 2 years old. It was because of a blockage, that he was able to be rescued. He was near death when he was found on the farm. Like you we are willing to do all we can for Samson. He has been on the Elavil for several months and is doing well on it. No lethargy or irritability. Just do NOT even consider combing me(he does get combed)!! I have to admit, there was a time, when putting Samson to sleep was considered. However, Barry and I talked about it, and decided to give him more time and see what happens. I just hope Samson and Irwin will be around for a long time....Hugs and Prayers!!! Sandra