Steph, I can hardly bear to think about the future when I will need to make such a decision about my Max, but I admire you for thinking of Solon and what is best for him. They aren't pets, they are friends and if you need me I will be here.

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I like the bed I'm sleeping in, just like me it's broken in; it's not old -- just older.
Like a favorite pair of torn blue jeans, this skin I'm in it's alright with me; it's not old -- just older.....Bon Jovi