A shiny new bowl was next to Boomer’s dinner bowl. And beside his bed was a large box. Just then, Boomer’s family came into the kitchen. Everyone was smiling and talking all at once. A small bundle was placed gently on the floor. Boomer wagged his tail, but no one seemed to notice. Boomer barked and barked, but no one seemed to hear. All eyes were on the bundle. Boomer pushed forward for a peek. The bundle wiggled. Boomer’s eyes widened, and he moved closer. The bundle wiggled some more. Boomer’s ears perked up, and he sniffed and sniffed. And then, to his surprise, a little black nose and a pink tongue appeared. It was a baby Boomer! Baby jumped up and scampered about the kitchen. Soon, he found the shiny new bowl. It was filled with food. Baby ate and ate. Boomer was confused. There was no food in his bowl, and it wasn’t even time for dinner yet. After Baby finished eating, everyone went to the living room and sat on the sofa – even Baby. Baby’s back was scratched. Baby’s belly was rubbed.
