After years of three-foot chains and dirty, muddy conditions, at opposite ends of the property, unable to touch each other, these three family members' lives changed on February 6, 2010.  Hoopy & Spike have been neutered, and all three now have new dog houses and plenty of room to play - and be near each other!

David Childs' pictures show exactly how this extraordinary day went. His Slideshow will likely bring tears.