Good deal Harry, mine is due 50 hour service and been weighing out to do it myself or take it in to the dealer. I would take it in but wonder if they would do the same job as I would do. Have about got the shifting problem down pat by just giving it a little gas while trying to shift and usually pops out of gear. Seems to be slower than it was so don't know if fuel filter or muffler deal. Wish they would check pressure on it but would really like to watch and learn. A lot of times I think these dealers say they perform test and changes, charge you for it when they really don't. May go to dealer and talk with them and see what I think. As for the dogs, the two we have are supposed to be miniature but have exploded into giants. lol Will let you know what happens.