We were blessed to have Bode for 15yrs 9mos., and even then it is not long enough. Bode was our first whippet, our first champion, he was Noah's 4-H dog and participated in showmanship for several years. He never had any formal training for service work, but knew when he was needed as extra support to calm the panic/anxiety attacks, It was remarkably that he just knew what to do. Bode is my "Heart Dog", that one dog that leaves an imprint on your heart forever.