Creative Writing: A Dog's Mistake

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We weren't the only ones who mourned our nineteen-year-old dog's passing. At the loss of his elderly playmate, our one-year-old husky suffered too. He picked at his food, had no interest in playing, and even lacked his usual excitement during walk time. Although we hadn't intended on getting another dog, it seemed like the only solution for our dog's depression.

"It's meant to be," my husband professed as we drove to the animal shelter, located an hour away. "What are the chances that they'd have a young husky mix to go with our husky?"

I'll admit, it seemed like providence, even though I'd felt less than enthusiastic over the idea of replacing our beloved pet so soon.

When we arrived at the pound, the woman we'd spoken with on the phone, had gone for the day, but the lady in charge led the way to a room so that we could meet the young dog we'd come for. …show more content…

"The person we spoke with on the phone said she had a young husky for us. This dog is ancient!"

The woman explained that this was the only husky available and also the last dog awaiting adoption. Their shelter had successfully hosted a special televised Christmas adoption show. All the dogs in their shelter had found homes, except for this old female who they had scheduled for euthanization. She explained that the staff hadn't had the heart to put the dog to sleep and even though the dog was still on the list, they had high hopes that someone might adopt her.

"I'll let you discuss it in private," the worker said, sensing my dismay. Once she left the room, my worries about adopting an older dog erupted from my mouth like hot lava spewing from a

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