I thought it might be interesting to post some photos I took in the bedroom this afternoon to show how small Lightning still is.

At just shy of 7mo, Lightning is just over 40lbs. For contrast, I’m showing him next to Laddie, my 8yo 68lb field Golden. Ryley, DW Renée’s 9mo confirmation-bred Golden, not shown, is up to 72lbs at last weighing and hasn’t grown into his paws yet. I don’t think Lightning is ever going to catch up to Ryley in size.

I think Laddie and Lightning are both gorgeous dogs in beautiful condition. Sorry my attempt at photography doesn’t show it.