It's great to hear this encouraging update!!! Toby, you're amazing Don't get discouraged...Toby has been through a lot, having been so ill and then going through major surgery. He is most likely still having a lot of discomfort and his body physiologically, is still recuperating. 8 is not old for a Labbie mix I'll bet in a few weeks, with rest and good nutrition and lots of love which I KNOW he's getting, he'll be just about back to his former self I don't know if you've ever had major abdominal surgery, but it can take quite some time to regain your pre op strength, stamina and enthusiasim! Keep up the good work, Toby! We love ya sweetheart and are so proud of you Love and hugs to you Toby! Sandra, Cody and Star