Chapter 6

“He remembers you,” Craig said. “I figured he would. He has a library of smells filed away and he never forgets one, I can guarantee. He’d know you anywhere. He’s not really stand-offish, but he is a little choosy about his friends. Looks like you made the grade. I was counting on that, though. Sam’s a good judge of character.”

“Guess I should be flattered.”

“Honored,” Craig amended. “In fact, I’d say you’re one of his special people. He knows you helped him when he was in a bad spot. Just like you did for me, and I expect he sensed that too. It’s hard to know what they comprehend and perceive, but these Malinois are exceptional dogs. This fellow was bred in one of Europe’s finest kennels and trained by a top police dog trainer in Hungary. To me it’s an honor to be partnered with him.”