THE LAST VISIT

~ B.G. Smith

by B. G. Smith

The sounds in the veterinarian’s office come alive. A Schnauzer puppy whimpers in the lap of a young woman. A European shorthair hisses from a soft-sided carrier. I’ve been in a lot of pain lately—but my human family needs me—so I put on a brave face and wag my tail one last time. The entire pack is here with me today. The little one, Jenny, gives me a long hug, and I feel tiny tears fall on the back of my neck. The needle prick burns my leg momentarily before I fall asleep, staring into Jenny’s loving eyes.

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I enjoy writing flash fiction, rooting for the Phillies and Eagles (Go Birds!), and spending time with my wife and four sons. My stories have appeared in Pocket Fiction, Microfiction Monday Magazine, The Drabble, 101 Words, and Scribes*MICRO*Fiction.