“I didn’t forget you,” Dr. Koz told me. “I’ve just literally had my hands full since I got here.” She had a puppy in her arms, a fuzzy ball of black, white, and orange fur with two big brown eyes. “This little guy was on our doorstep this morning with a note. Someone found him abandoned and alone next to a Dumpster. They couldn’t keep him, so, here he is.”
“Aww.” Abby was on the verge of tears just hearing the short but sad tale.
“People suck,” I said.
“Not all people.” Major reached out to touch the dog. “Considering what could have become of him.”
“You’re right.” Dr. Koz smiled. “Whoever brought him here was looking out for his safety, at least.” She took one hand off the puppy long enough to brush Major’s arm. “He’s pretty healthy, thank goodness. A little hungry, but we’ve fixed th
