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<DIV><FONT color=#800000 size=4 face=Baltimore>In my limited experience panting
can be a sign of pain, but it can also be a sign of stress.
Considering this 15 year old dog lost his owner and moved into a home with 14
other dogs just 2 weeks ago, I'd say it was a sign of stress.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT color=#800000 size=4 face=Baltimore>Me, I'd just try to make
his feel as safe and comfortable as possible.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT color=#800000 size=4 face=Baltimore>I also (just my opinion) don't
think we always do our seniors a service by rehoming them.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#800000 size=4 face=Baltimore>Cathy Blatz<BR><A
href="http://www.summerhilldachshundsandbassets.com">www.summerhilldachshundsandbassets.com</A></FONT></DIV>
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