Debbie,

I'm so sorry you are feeling sad about Tubby's age. Mercedes, which is my childhood doggie friend, lives with my mom and she is 14 years of age. It's so sad to see her not quite be able to do those things she used to do. She still thinks she's a pup and she runs around in circles and up stairs and tries to hop up onto the bed, but you can tell it hurts her physically. And to tell you the truth, it's hard to keep up a good attitude about the age. You know in your heart you should feel such gratitude for the times you've had and you DO, but you cannot help how it hurts your heart all the same to know time is creeping up on you. One thing you can know and be proud of is that Tubby is a happy guy and is loved not only by you, but by all of us.