Suppose an author wanted to persuade readers that animals have a right to be treated kindly. Which short story plot would best achieve this purpose? Dogs take revenge on the cruel, abusive owner of a puppy mill. When he is found, there is nothing left of him except his shoes and the stick with which he would beat the dogs.
In a story about horse racing, a jockey develops an especially close bond with his horse. Tragically, the horse becomes badly injured and has to be put down at the end.
A teen finds a puppy that has been badly injured in illegal dog fights. He and his family nurse the dog back to health, and he and the dog become inseparable.
A woman discovers to her amazement that her cat can talk. The cat begins to reveal secrets about all of her neighbors.