Bandit was our first pet when my husband and I bought our new property and home. He lived 15 strong happy years with us. Very loyal, dedicated, intelligent and patient. He'd warn us if somone would come down our driveway, and sit out back and peer over his domain Proudly. He loved his buddy bear and they would tromp thru the woods together. He would almost look like he was laughing when we'd play with him. He fought every illness with every fiber of his being. The last fight was too strong for him. We will forever miss that beautiful face.