Isn't it AMAZING what these hounds bring into our lives? I feel such amazment at times with my guys. I often email the breeder who gave our son our AKC B and T.... he is the weirdest animal.... yet=he gave our son and us something I can't describe. He'll never hunt, never show, he is Just a pet.... but the fun and affection and lessons he has given us are Great. He's taken a kid who was VERY scared of Black and Tan colored dogs(He was BADLY BITTEN).... and let him know they're not all bad!
So- I know how you feel about the person who gave you the chance to have the dog too!
May you have a million more great memories with Little Ann too!
HappyHunting, Heather William