I got another update from Deb....& she thought she'd attached pics of Patrick, but hadn't. So I emailed back asking her to resend them.

Deb said Patrick enjoyed his car trip to Houston. And surprised his foster-carer in that he CAN hear. Also didn't seem to be having any great problems with vision...happily sat on her knee & enjoyed looking out the window.

I agree with you, Liz, the senior dogs bring joy & delight to their owners. In our Australian rescue network, we call them Grandma & Grandpa Dogs. But Patrick seems to be shaping up as a sharp fella with a mighty lot of life & personality in him.

And thank you, Aly, if you would spread word about Patrick.

As soon as Deb resends me the pics, I'll post them. Seems Paddy Boy is good looking, too!