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“I could spend the rest of my life never interacting with humans again.” —Wyatt Gates
“It’s okay, baby girl. No one’s going to hurt you.” I make shushing sounds as I pet our new pup’s head.
She’s ready to pop out a litter any day, and she’s still just a puppy herself. She’s also extremely malnourished, so she might be a little older than she appears.
Different day, same s**t.
I’ve been in the rescue business for years, and it doesn’t seem to be getting any better. There aren’t any fewer dogs in need. I don’t know what it’s going to take for people to learn to care for their animals.
After we’ve sat idle for a few minutes, allowing the pregnant pup to calm her nerves a little, I turn off the ignition.
“Ready to go in, eat something, and get cleaned up?” I ask her in a soft voice.
