Hi Mark, We, too, had a positive experience with lameness using Rimadyl for my elderly arthritic Samoyed; however, she did die from a type of spontaneous anemia which may or may not have been related to this drug. This was prior to owning my first Berner. Now I am hooked on this breed & having lost Dakota (5) in October from histio, I happily now have a new Berner pup who is the light of my life at the moment, appropriately named Luna, from Mary-Ann Bowman in Utah whom I have found to be incredibly knowledgeable & supportive : ).
Congratulations on your (Berner?) litter of 6. I'm sure they are very cute! Please post some pictures. Healthy & Happy New Year to All, Sharon Greenberg & Luna (St. Louis, MO)