Hemi just does not have the mobility anymore to roam the farm as she once did. So it is typically just me and the Mal pup. I fear Hemi is not going to see another Xmas. She is losing her balance and can not always jump up onto the couch. Her jumper is broke. I have to pick her back end up to get in the truck. So I have beds stationed almost everywhere for her where she can just relax and still be in same room with us. It breaks my heart, but at 13 she has had a good run for a 100 pound plus dog. The wheel of life can be cruel. I have found a Shepard rescue joint that is quasi local and intend on stopping by and checking them out here in the near future. As you so well know folks think they want a GSD but then realize they have a real dog on their hands and bail out. Lots of Shepard rescue facilities. It is sad.