Bella cast a dubious look in Jamie's direction. "They could get a splinter," she said, her gaze dropping to the floor. "Or worse: they could inhale something in the dust. They're just babies, and just like human babies, I'm sure they'll try and get into everything." The entire shack just needed a good cleaning.

Boldly, she moved towards the white pup and bent down beside it. "She should be sleeping outdoors, not in this dusty place. She needs sunshine, fresh air," she complained, running her fingers through its fur.

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