Its one of the toughest things we have to do... seems to get harder each time. My lab is turning 9 this winter and he is in great shape, but a strong 2 hours in the field hunting pheasants leaves him pretty wiped out the rest of the day. I have put off getting a second because of my attachment to Pitch and knowing how difficult it will be when his time comes... my thoughts are with you and your family. I hope time helps.
