Those of us in the middle of puppy might be able to relate. My yellow is 8 months now and we went through all the stuff we or I thought I was prepared for and of course didn’t really know what was coming. Lol started with parvo at 9 weeks, we got through that, then boxes of bandaids for that raptor phase, then traumatized by an idiot at the park doing back fires with his car next to a 3 month puppy, thanks to a great trainer we got though that. Then just the day to day times of self doubt am I doing this right, why is he doing that ? I must be doing something wrong lol. Then today happened, went to park at dawn like always. Let him sniff and wander, called him and I’ll be damned if he didn’t come right over, sat in front of me. Put him in stay walked out 15’ and called, came to me like he hadn’t seen me in forever. I know I’m rambling but sometimes it’s nice to read shit will work if you hang in there and be consistent. Damn what a great way to start the day!

This is my trouble making buddy Triumph. About 2 months before his 12th birthday he suffered from GDV and required emergency surgery. He had a splenectomy and had to stay in the ICU for 4 days due to heart arrhythmias (which are now resolved). By some miracle he has made a full recovery and is back to his wild and active self. He spends a lot of time outside in our backyard and we’ll bring him a trail walk 2-3 x a week. This surgery and situation just made me realize how much I love this guy and I want to keep him healthy and happy for as many years as possible. Curious to those with senior labs or other bigger dogs- do you do anything extra like supplements or certain foods? He’s been on Kirkland mature food since he’s been a pup and it seems to be okay but idk if I should be adding something for joint support or something like that? Love to hear from those who have 12+ year olds!! Let’s keep these guys young 🤣