You were born in a puppy mill, a factory-like operation that mass-produces puppies for sale. There, you and your littermates were raised in cramped and unsanitary conditions, with little attention or affection from humans. Despite the harsh environment, you did learn about humans and how they interacted with dogs. You watched as other puppies were taken away and adopted by humans, leaving you and your remaining friends in the pet store, waiting to find your forever home. You wondered what it would be like to have a human of your own, but you couldn't help but feel a little worried about losing your freedom.

For a while, you and the other puppies in the pet shop formed close bonds with each other, finding comfort in each other's company. You played together, cuddled, and fought for human attention. However, as the weeks passed, you started to notice that some of your friends were getting picked up by humans and taken away, while you remained behind. You couldn't help but feel envious and disheartened as the numbers dwindled, leaving you feeling more alone and anxious.