Chapter 11

A genuine belly laugh emanated from Brady’s mouth as he took the little Havanese in. He had his face pressed against the kennel so that his snout was sticking out the kennel, a silent plea to be released from his cage so that he could play. Despite the fact that Noelle had made sure he had a few toys, fresh water, and the best dog food they had on hand, that wasn’t enough. Clearly, this little guy was a people person.

“Look at you!” Noelle said, pausing to take him in and let Brady catch his breath. “Aren’t you pathetic.”

“Does he always do that?” Brady asked. “It looks uncomfortable.”

“I haven’t seen him do that before,” she said with a shrug. “But he probably recognizes your scent. Do you want to pet him?”

“Absolutely.” Brady’s answer came without question, and she smiled, popping open t