Pbutton - HELZ no! You didn't trigger me at all, you just made me open up. I was referring to how it's become a trendy term. I had no doubt you meant the real thing. Sorry if I came across bad...I didn't mean to.

Ready - you can purchase really good food for her ... Like Fromm...or just make it. I would add digestive enzymes to it. Also canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling). I also wouldn't do the X-rays at her age. Not unless you are ready to pay for surgery and treatment. I think prepping yourself and family for the end is inevitable too. I am so sorry, it's so hard when their bowels go. They do sell dog diapers as well.