Update...

 
Unfortunately I have an update concerning Murphy. My parents ended up returning him to the SSPCA a few days after my last post. He ended up being a little too strong and aggressive for them to handle. For those of you that don't know my parents, they are both in their 70's now and not quite as spry as they once were. They were saddened to see Murphy go back because they had come to love him, but they felt it was necessary for their own safety. He was a good dog, but better suited to a younger family.

The good news is that he has already been adopted again and my parents are now looking for another dog to adopt that is better suited to their lifestyle. I will post a picture when they find another new friend.