THE LONELY DOG AND HIS FORGOTTEN BIRTHDAY

Today should have been a special day for Max – a small, fluffy dog with kind eyes and a gentle soul. It was his birthday, the day he came into this world full of tail wags and puppy joy. But unlike the years before, this day felt different.

No cake was brought out.
No colorful balloons.
No cheerful voices singing for him.

Max sat quietly by the window, staring out at the empty yard. The wind played with fallen leaves, but no one came to play with him. His favorite toy lay untouched in the corner. His ears drooped, and his once wagging tail barely moved.

He waited.
And waited.
But the house stayed silent.

All he wanted was a pat on the head, a gentle hug, or even just someone to remember. But it seemed like everyone was too busy, and his special day slipped by like any other. The little dog let out a soft sigh and curled up alone, hoping that maybe tomorrow, someone might notice.

Even dogs, after all, have hearts that long to be seen.