Thanks, Leadfingers. Giving an old animal a 'happy ending' sounds noble and altruistic- but the fact is that I got just as much in return. He was a great little guy.

Do take a look at the link, though. It's a wonderful site.

Main Animal Areas
Dogtown The world's only town that's gone completely to the dogs!
TLC Cat Club They need a little extra help but their spirits really fly high
WildCats Village An entire village for alley cats who grew up on the mean streets.
Bunny House Hundreds of Easter bunnies and other cast-offs now living the good life.
Horse Haven Home to horses, burros and farm animals once abused at rodeos, circuses, ranches, and petting zoos.
Feathered Friends A fully licensed rehab program for birds and other wildlife.

"There are never fewer than 1,800 dogs, cats and other animals living at the sanctuary.

"Many of them are soon ready to go to good new homes with loving families.

"But there are also those who are the outcasts of society -- unwanted, lame, too traumatized by past abuse, or too old, handicapped, or ill.

"For these innocent creatures, Best Friends is a unique home and haven. There's just nothing else like it anywhere."

www.bestfriends.org