Very sorry to hear of your loss, Judy.

I have trained my German Shepherds from pups, but lost both of them due to 1) an overdose during surgery and 2) and hip problems. This time though, I got a Jack Russell that was 1 1/2 yrs old and trained already. He is demanding, but his needs are simple; throw the ball!, throw the ball!!, throw the flippin' ball!!! I can handle that, and he "gets" that this is only a summer routine.

Maybe a slightly older dog that needs a home would be perfect for you? The company is good . . .

Cherie