i never thought about softening the food. i will probably neuter him. i've heard it keeps the wandering and agression down and he will be living with his sister soon and them inbreeding would be BAD!!!!!! plus, i don't really need a litter to take care of. 1 puppy in enough! right now it is pouring down rain and Bull is whining...probably has to pee, but he wont come out of his crate. Doesn't like the thunder and lightning! Well, me either! Better than snow i guess, well maybe not!