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Write A Short Story: Howie Doesn T Pay For Cromwell's Training
Howie spoke to Kevin and explained how he would not pay for Cromwell's training. Kevin knew that Howie doesn’t support those types of things and he really wanted Kevin to do a sport, like soccer or baseball. Kevin wasn’t into that type of thing and only wanted to do the training, and knowing that was what Cromwell wanted to. But, if Kevin decided to do an actual sport Howie wouldn't mind paying for it. He believes that his money shouldn't be spent on dog training, it should be well spent on something like soccer, like he is doing for Izzy. Kevin knew he needed to think of a plan to help him and Cromwell gain Howie’s support. He didn't quite know what he was going to do, but he was sure hoping it would work. The next day, Kevin took Cromwell outside for a walk. He invited Howie to come along with them, so he would see how much Cromwell enjoyed being outside and active. Howie turned down the offer, but that didn’t stop Kevin. They went on their walk, came home, went up to Kevin’s room, and he then started brainstorming ideas to try to get Howie on-board with the training. Kevin leaned over and looked through the window showing the backyard. He then caught a glimpse of Howie sitting on a lawn chair staring at all of Cromwell’s equipment and toys. Then the light bulb went off in Kevin’s brain, …show more content…
He came a little early and decided to watch them practice. He watched at Cromwell jumped through hoops and over railings. He was so pleased at how far they both had come. He watched as Kevin would tell Cromwell to sit or stay, and that is exactly what he would do. They worked so well together and that’s when Howie recognized he had done the right thing. He could tell Kevin and Cromwell both loved the training. They had come such a far way and he knew Kevin loved it just as much as Izzy loved soccer. So, if Kevin wasn’t the sporty type, he would totally support him. He was so happy for Kevin and

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