I regret to inform you that our beloved dog, Chipper, who has appeared as my avatar since avatars became a reality at the CF, has passed away.

Chipper was almost 12 years old and enjoy a very good life as a member of our family. He has been very sick since the beginning of the summer and finally got to the point that there was no quality of life left for him.

I'm sure the animal lovers in the group will understand. We will miss him terribly.

Bob