[Jeff Higgins]

O.k., tell you what - let's just put an end to this nonsense. We are both better than to be going after each other like this. You have my apologies, and my promise to lay off of the pit bull posts. I know you love your dogs. I love mine as well. I have a wonderful new pup who just turned nine months, my third Golden Retriever after a string of Labs. I really enjoy their company and working in the field with them (three earned their AKC Master Hunter ratings under my training and handling). So, yes, I do understand the bond between man and animal, and I'm glad you are getting as much reward and satisfaction from your as I am from mine. I don't have to tell you it's a very special bond.

So, again, I'm sorry. I'll knock it off. You seem like a great guy, and I don't want this kind of animosity between us. Give your dog a pat on the head and a scratch behind the ear for me.