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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>I just wanted to give a huge thank you to all of you that sent me messages of condolences for my Kipper. I have tried to respond to each and every one, but if I missed anyone, I am sorry. You folks on the daily drool are extremely special people and I appreciate every one! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Kipper was a special basset – a very gentle soul – and I am trying to take comfort in the fact that she is safe at the bridge with all who have gone before.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>On a side note – I know a few of you have made comments about Kipper being on a retractable leash. Just let me clarify, that the retractable leash was not used at any time for going on walks. It was only used in our yard (that is not fenced in unfortunately) when she went out to potty. We always retracted it and locked it at full length; would sit on the ground and just hold it while she roamed around the yard and did her business. The school children making noise that day spooked her and my husband just simply lost his grip which could have happened with a normal leash as well. I agree with all of you that using them to go on walks or at dog parks is definitely not a good thing. Just wanted to let you guys know the circumstances.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Anyway, thanks to all of you for your drool, your love and understanding and your caring. My husband and I appreciate it more than I can say.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sandy<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Mom to Lucy, Kipper (ATB), Arthur (ATB), Bowser (ATB), Jibbers (ATB), Rosie (ATB) and cats – Socks, Sandie, Blondie and Tessa<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>