Chatting with Mike
During a short break, Karen sat down with Mike, another shelter worker, and shared everything she had noticed about Rufus. Over cups of coffee, she described his hesitation, his selective reactions, and the strange feeling she couldn’t explain. Mike listened closely, nodding as he considered her words. He asked whether she thought Rufus’s behavior went beyond simple reluctance to leave the shelter. Karen admitted it felt much bigger, like Rufus was sensing something invisible. They both agreed it was time to dig deeper for answers.
Chatting With Mike
Reaching Out for Help
Mike suggested contacting the shelter’s trusted veterinarian, believing a professional perspective might reveal something they were missing. He reminded Karen that dogs were incredibly perceptive and that Rufus’s actions might have a deeper cause. Feeling encouraged, Karen immediately reached for the phone and explained everything to the vet in careful detail. As she spoke, she felt a mix of hope and anxiety. Sometimes, she believed, all it took was one fresh viewpoint to finally make sense of a mystery.
Reaching Out For Help
