Kate looked at the structure and walked in. "Well, this is a good snow shelter. You will be dry. Your cold-blooded and you may need blankets.  "Rest. I will be a while." Kate covered him with several blankets and offered him a few jawbreakers. "These are too big for me. I need a hammer. With those teeth, these will be easy for you. Have a good nap. No worries. I can take growls and snarls. You will get used to my touch. You hate  sudden hugs. Under the circumstances, I had to hug you. You were dying and I had to show my happiness. You being alive. From now on, paw hugs are good. I will only touch your face when you nudge me. Your terms. Whine when you hurt and want affection. I will take you to a quiet place."<br/><br/>Kate sat held his paw in her lap. She removed a thorn with healing mana. "That must have been annoying. Sleep Syn. I will return with stag and beef. I will what treats Ann cooked. Would you like a bowl of apple cider?"