Happy Birthday Kate!

It's hard to believe she is 12 years old. She still looks pretty awesome for an old Shepherd. She's been dealing with Pannus for a year now and it is under control and not bugging her much. She still beats up Drew, and plays the odd game of fetch. Mostly though she likes to lay in the sun at my mom's feet. Her mobility is getting worse and worse- she is pretty unsteady on her feet some days, but she is happy, and can get from A to B although slowly.



I am grateful that I still have her at 12. I go and see her as often as I can, and cherish the moments we spend together. She still adores me although I think that my mom has taken over as "the one whom must be followed". She has been a great dog- one that has taught me a lot. She is still funny and playful- she can de-squeak a plush toy in under five seconds, and de-stuff it in ten. :) She doesn't listen at all anymore, she is not deaf- just selective. She is quite the princess in her retirement....



I love this dog. Happy Birthday Kate.

Thank you to Wendy for the wonderful photos.


This post is a day late (but not forgotten, just couldn't find the disc of photos and then forgot them anyway! !)