I agree with Seramas about the training. Training is extremely important, but should not be the sole element in containing a dog. I admit I have no retreiver experience and am not familiar with the characteristics. Having said that here's my .02: My Pyrs will stop short at my command also, but if the threat is great enough they will deliberately disobey if they think I'm in danger, then saunter back when all is clear, we're talking a fox or a coydog or similar. It is part of the breed, independent thinkers. My childhood Doberman & our deceased sheltie obeyed no matter what-I could stop them in mid-air almost. It depends on the breed, and the level of training they've received, and how much they respect you. Normal circumstances training works, it's the abnormal circumstances you have to worry about. My sisters sheltie was very well trained to the invisible fence, until she saw a rabbit outide her boundries & went right through the invisible barrier, and was hit & killed by a car. It might have worked better if there was a visible barrier in addition to the invisible fence, but we'll never know. In your situation I'd recomend electric fencing. If you have no electricity buy a solar operated controller. Run the wire at the bottom (18"aove ground) & top (2-3"above fence), then around the outside bottom(18"). The inside wires will keep your dog in, and the outside wire will keep other dogs out. Train the dog to the boundries. Use your existing fence if at all possible. Train her in such a manner she enjoys your company, and when she is out with you she will stay with you. Brendasue

Hi, amck2, I'm embarrassed to have my kitchen on here, compared to the beauties I have seen. It wasn't a re-model, just a 'face lift', of my old home's approx. 11 x 15 kitchen, with 4 doors off it. But I do hope it can help your DD/SIL! Here's my 1937 cape in southern Maine on January 28th of this year. I can see GRASS now! Brown, winter grass, but grass none the less. I had my 24 year old natural maple cabinets painted, did new counter tops, and used a $40 CL butcher block table (just the top) to make a new top for my island. I then used an old bed, also from CL to make legs for the island overhang, as the BB top is much heavier than the laminate one from 24 years ago was. I made new window treatments and put the same fabric, shirred, inside my glass front cabinet doors. My pics are really bad, but here are a few - Before - this picture is probably 10 - 12 years old. I do have new double hung windows and dishwasher from a few years ago, and 16 year old microwave bought the farm a few days after the kitchen was done. I kept all the other appliances, as they work fine, and even my 24 year old new-looking Swanstone sink. I don't have any over all shots of the After, but will try to take one soon. The sanded and stained butcher block island top, and the upside down bed post legs. The butcher block top (I wish I had a before pic of THIS!) that I am still running my hands over every time I pass by it. One thing I did that I am very happy about, was taking the cabinets to the ceiling with added wood and crown. I didn't know much when I first did the kitchen in the early 90s, but love that I am rid of that dust catcher on top of the cabs. Oh, I did put in a new ceiling fixture and some sconces. I just noted the former is reflected in those glass doors. The new kitchen ceiling fixture, now centered over the island. I had put the other in the spot the original fixture was in when I bought the house, pre-island, and it wasn't quite centered. I have the medallion to cover up the original spot. (please ignore stuff on top of refrigerator!) That pantry wall above is on the right - you can just see a bit of the crown from it. I put these sconces on either cabinet on each side of the large window over the sink. Needless to say, brass never went out for me - I have always thought it classic. Fantasy Brown Quartzite and beadboard (PVC) painted trim color for black splash. Another CL find - a Ballard Designs 'Catherine' runner, from CL for $45, 1/4 of the Ballard price, which was even professionally cleaned before I bought it. These colors are off in this night time shot, but it blends beautifully with all the colors in the kitchen.

I am sorry to hear this news. I lost my companion recently to liver cancer, it's never easy but as loving pet parents, we do what we must. I used an at home service when the time came called Lap of Love though I am sure there are many services available. I am sending you a gentle hug during this sad time. I wish there were better words to soften the pain. I guess time is the great healer.

"All physician are required to comply with the massive ACA paperwork requirements" Can you cite an example of paperwork that PHYSICIANS have to do? Insurance work is strictly back office stuff. More misinformation? Are you someone who uses the BS term "Fake News"? It may apply here to what you've suggested. Are you someone who's against the idea of broad healthcare coverage in our country and reducing the ranks of uninsured, as other countries that consider themselves to be developed and civilized have? Shame on all those who feel that way. You're entitled to have any opinions you want. When you spread misinformation and disinformation, I'll speak up.