You neglected to mention your long-suffering mother who turned up with ibuprofen gel (although sorely needed for her own arthritis!) and vast quantities of elasticated bandages and who then proceeded to take Squish and Spike out for walkies and craps! And who unfailingly and with great unselfishness gladly transports you and said dogs to and from the vets! and bankrupts herself in the process!!! love from your unappreciated mother!