A broad smile lit Rosabel’s face as Ness lowered his head once more in order to be within her reach. His happiness was as contagious as his excitement. Throwing caution to the wind, she reached out with both hands and placed them on his muzzle. When she did so, Ness released a snort of utter delight which succeeded in making her giggle like a child. With a gentleness belying his size, Ness nuzzled into her hands, urging her to stroke him. It was a silent plea she was only t...