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“Why don’t you keep Raven on her regular food for the next feeeks? She’s going to have enough stress in her life, getting used to being in a new hoain That will give you time to research the best diet for her”
“Good idea” He patted Raven “Okay, we have food She has a bed, but she’s going to need a couple of others For the family room and the media room Maybe a new collar and leash What do you think about a jacket? It’s cold And toys We need lots of toys”
They walked through the store Jonny picked out a couple of collars for Raven, along with a few leashes He got a book on basic dog training
“I want her to learn to go off-leash,” he said “There’s a lot of land at the ranch She could go running as much as she wanted”
Madeline watched hi jackets on the lab Raven stood patiently as Jonny checked out styles and colors He settled on a warm plaid cape-jacketHe was unbelievably sweet, she thought Gentle and patient when Raven was hesitant
They got a couple of soft beds, including one with an orthopedic insert for aging bones Next up was the toy aisle
Raven was unimpressed with the toys that squeaked and she didn’t show much interest in the balls, but when Jonny offered her a rope tied like a bone, her brown eyes brightened She leaned forward and took it tentatively As she held it in her
Jonny grinned and threowith a few balls and a couple of toys he could toss They got rawhide bones, treats and then headed for the checkout counter Along the way, they passed a display of doggie Christmas attire He picked up a pair of antlers and fit them over Raven’s head
She looked at hi, Really? Is that necessary? But left them in place
Madeline felt her heartand pulled out a business card
“Caood vet in town You have an appointment for this afternoon”
Jonny took the card “It’s Saturday Aren’t they already booked?”
“Probably I called and begged I figured you’d want to get Raven checked out right away Cameron is a friend I’ve known his wife, Rina, forever”
“Thank you”
They moved forward in line Jonny put the items on the counter while Madeline held on to Raven’s leash The dog continued to hold her rope bone and wear her antlers When everything was paid for, they walked out to his SUV
Jonny hugged her “Thanks for helpingand for the appoint to call on Monday”