Max is doing wonderful. We just love him so much already. Everyone that meets him falls in love with him and tells us how lucky we are to have a dog like him. We'll send pictures soon. We have to download them first. Stay tuned. Thanks for the info on the vet. Max has been checked by a well recommended vet in Walpole - Dr. Marx- and has started heartworm medicine. Flea/tick medicine will be started shortly