Jeff is an incredible boy!!!  He is five years old now and enjoys each day and encounter to the fullest.  His courage knows no limits.  Although I am sure he realizes he can no longer do some of the normal everyday things a dog likes to do, the way he used to, he forges ahead with gusto and determination to do what he is able to do. 

A year and a half ago he awoke during the night paralyzed in his crate.  He had a ruptured C6, C7 disc which is at the base of his neck.  Spinal surgery, massive physical therapy and acupuncture has allowed him to move again.  Daily he chases a tennis ball and romps across the yard like a deer and can retrieve the tennis ball on the move.

During his physical therapy he has learned to do lots of "tricks" no one else in our house has done.  He loves to learn and be rewarded for his effort with praise and love.  I have worked with, trained, and competed with obedience dogs for over thirty years and I believe he has taught me more than any other animal I have ever worked with.  It is amazing what this furry loving boy has done and can do.  It is truly a lesson to learn and observe for all of us.  Although he cannot participate in shows and agility trials because of a noticeable limp, he attends them and lives and loves each day to the fullest.  He is truly a shining light on our daily path.

Sincerely, Pam