It was earned. I only rep posts when I think they contribute to worthwhile discussion on the forum. Women are definitely under-represented in the T&T forum. They are under represented on INGO all around, but only a small percentage of INGO women seem to post in T&T.
Great to hear! The GSD in the Classifieds is also one of her litter mates. I have lost a pair of New Merrill Hiking Boots and my Casio Watch to my "Puppy", and you would think I would have known better as well... LOL!