Mike, love Rueben. Had a bulldog who we adopted from a rescue. She was so sweet and smart and full of personality, just like Rueben. She lived 14 years, but she began to feel sick and we saw a steady decline. Finally, one day she collapsed when taking her for a short walk. Her organs were failing and she had Arthritis. Our Vet came to the house and put her down. The loss was so painful for us and her loss left a hole in our hearts. Rueben has helped us heal and work through missing her. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. We can relate to many of the behaviors and attitudes that Reuben displays. I often wish i was there to give him a hug or to play with him. Please cherish all of the moments with him. He is a special guy.