I live in Aberdeen and grew up by Lake Thompson... from what I can tell they have traded places as far as bird numbers. I saw way more birds around DeSmet, Oldham, and Lake Preston that I've seen by Aberdeen.
My Yellow Lab tore both her CCL's too. The first one went at 5 and the second at 6.5. I followed the recommended rehab plan completely with one exception (I couldn't pay the $75/week lap swim at the indoor pool during the winter). Both legs are stable, but she can barely stand up after a day...