<strong>Maddy ~ with a new trainer</strong><br/><br/>Maddy groaned as she heard the cage door open.  She was lifted out gently, which surprised her, and then held in a pair of strong arms.  The voice was different.  She coughed, "please...not more pain" she whispered, "no more beatings!"<br/><br/>Maddy felt so ill.  She couldnt keep her eyes open, but she was afraid, she tried to struggle, "please...no..please dont hurt me" she whispered, her voice raw, her throat felt like glass...