The first being Candy's old dog. Candy raised this dog from a puppy, keeping him close to her heart. The dog shows Candy's nostalgia for her youth. The rabbits continually mentioned in the short story represent Lennie's happiness. Lennie loves the feel of soft things, often collecting mice along George's path and his journey. The little puppy given to Lennie is a symbol of the fate of the weak facing the strong. Just as Lennie depends on George, the puppy was completely dependent on