Thanks Angus,
I have only just noticed this reply. I am sorry to say that Bear sadly died about 18 months ago.
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=91513&p=405638#p405638He was a great companion and is sorely missed. He now resides in my garden in Laide overlooking An Teallach.
When we buried him I told our Grandson, James, that Bear could now look out over the hills forever. There was a pause as he thought about this and then he said "but he's dead, he can't see, and he is in a hole in the ground". Out of the mouth of babes.
I will continue to keep my promise and will still make a contribution to an animal rescue charity for each new 'like'.
Keith