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The moment she returned to Oakhurst Melissa went to the vets, where she was almost knocked off her feet the moment she opened the door.
Her stomach muscles protested loudly as she grabbed at the door to keep from being mown down by the large dog that made a break for fresh air. The sudden burst of pain reminded her how long it had been since she took any painkillers, and she couldn’t help wishing that she had some on her to take the edge off her stomach’s complaints.
“Sorry about that,” Mrs Underhill apologised as she struggled to get her pet under control. “He’s always the same when I bring him here. I don’t know why, but Bruiser’s terrified of the vet.”
“That’s okay. Calm down, Bruiser.” She attempted to settle the excited Labrador and untangle herself from his lead, which had beco
