Short Story: Neighbourhood Fragments # 7

You’re stopped in the street. They want to pat the dog. It’s not unusual. You’re getting used to this. Part of being a dog-owner. Especially when the dog is a puppy. No problem. But these old geezers want the full story. Breed, age, name. Those parts not so unusual. But also what are you feeding it? (Oh and is it a girl or a boy?) And how long have you …