8. Compare life before and after Butterscotch arrives. What conflicting feelings does Melody have about the baby?

Melody loves Butterscotch and the dog gives her a sense of security. Butterscotch is a golden retriever puppy her father brings home in a box. By pointing to the butterscotch candies on the table, Melody succeeds in telling her parents she would like to name the dog Butterscotch. The dog sleeps at the foot of Melody’s bed and is well-trained. While watching The Wizard of Oz, Melody falls out of her chair; Butterscotch alerts Melody’s mother by barking, and butting against the door. After Melody is back in the chair, Butterscotch curls up at Melody’s feet, ready to soften the landing in case Melody falls again.