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<DIV>In reply to the arfuritis question. Yes, bassets do get
arthritis. My Charlie has arthritis in his rear legs. It must
not be too painful to him because he goes on all his walks without
grumbling. In fact, he insists on it. </DIV>
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<DIV>Ben and Charlie send cooling drool to all the houndies in the heat stricken
parts of the country. They hope cool weather comes quickly.
They also both send get well drool to Maggie and her sores. Hope the vet
clears them up, and things improve not only for her, but also
you.</DIV>
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