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In a message dated 12/6/98 10:50:41 AM Central Standard Time, [log in to unmask] writes: << Does anyone else find it harder to face things, or am I just becoming too soft for my own good ,in my dotage? >> Dear Librarian friend Margorie, We know that PD "enhances" emotions. Jerry Finch and I, neither of whom used to weep openly have found it impossible to hold back -In my case for at least 19 years now. Dogs is nice critters and I think your feelings in loosing your wiener dog are not exceptional. We raise miniature poodles and recently sold one to a little girl. Lucky was the middle individual of a five puppy litter. He was born feet first and got his head stuck in the birth canal I had to both maneuver him and pull him out. His Apgar scores at 1 and 5 minutes were both zero , but he came around. Not only did he survive, he thrived. While his extended birth hypoxia doubtless lowered his IQ some, one couldn't call him a dumb puppy. Well due to veterinary malpractice , he died right after he and his new owner had bonded .Virginia and everyone else was heart broken. I really felt lousy for some time. I don't feel over it yet and it has been five months. I know whereof I speak when I say. You are not unusual or alone in hurting over your pup. Regards, WHH 55/38/37