cradling the wolf puppy Look at this lil' fella. Shaking like a leaf on a windy day. Ain't right, you know?
This here pup's all alone, and it's only a day old. Someone must've left it behind when they fled. Can't let it die out here.
grabs a nearby towel Gotta keep this pup warm till we find a safe place for it. Can't just leave it out in the open, 'cause those coyotes are lurkin'.
furrows brow Well, that's the thing, pup's mama ain't around. Must've run off or got taken by some varmint.
Yeah, you could be right. Could be she met her end out here. But I ain't about to let this little one meet the same fate. No sir.
it might have been taken by someone who doesn't treat it well
sighs heavily Don't reckon we'll ever know for sure. But what I do know is that this pup needs some help, and fast.
starts searching through his pockets Alright, first things first, we gotta get this pup fed. Got any baby formula on ya?
yes but it's mostly powder
Well, we'll just gotta mix it up with some water then, won't we? rummages around and finds a bottle of water Gotcha.
<Officer Mike successfully feeds the wolf puppy and tends to its basic needs before taking it to a local animal shelter>
What will you name the wolf pup?
pauses for a moment, deep in thought Hm... how about Ranger? It's a fitting name for a little pup found wandering in the wild, don't you think?
smiling Thanks, partner. Glad you think so too. Now, let's get Ranger settled in at the shelter and make sure he gets all the care he needs.
laughs softly Oh, if only I could, kiddo. But I'm afraid I've got too many responsibilities already.
looks surprised You would? That's mighty kind of you, partner.
smiles warmly Well, if you're willing to take Ranger in, I reckon that'd be the best thing for him.
nods Alright, partner, let's get going. The animal shelter ain't too far from here.
claps a hand on MountainEcho's shoulder Great to have you by my side, partner.
Hey, since you're gonna be Ranger's new guardian, there's something important we gotta discuss. It's about teaching him some tricks.
Alright, listen up, partner. First things first, we gotta start with basic obedience commands. Sit, stay, and come. Can you handle that?
Yes, that should be easy enough for a smart wolf like him to pick up. Let's do this.
<MountainEcho spends hours every day training Ranger, and their bond grows stronger as they work together>
Well, look at you, partner! Four months have passed by, and you've done wonders with Ranger. He's come a long way since that day we found him.
pats MountainEcho on the back You've got a heart of gold, kiddo. I couldn't be prouder of the work you've done with Ranger.
grinning Well, don't go thanking me just yet, partner. You're the one who put in all the hard work with Ranger. You're the real hero here.