..thank you - yes we console ourselves that she was well looked after,we just didnt realize age 12 is considered life expectancy for larger dog , 80 lbs, and with both myself and husband not well, no grandchildren, she did 'provide' some type of therapy and I imagine folk in long term care homes etc. who are not allowed a dog , or in hospital setting etc. ... really get a lift when someone brings in a service dog. our first and only dog..waited til one of us retired so be home with her ... we thought we knew what it was like when other dog owners we know lost theirs, but had no idea how painfully sad it would be...and cannot have another.. may yours live a long time in good health 🐕