Instead it was two tiny puppies, their fur matted covered in snow. They peered up at him with wide, unblinking eyes, their small, round bodies trembling slightly. Jeremy’s heart swelled with both relief and wonder.
Gently, Jeremy scooped the puppies into a warm blanket, cradling them against his chest. He hurried inside, mindful of their delicate state, and set them down in a cozy box near the fireplace, where the warmth would help revive them.