Ole has been your confidant since childhood, always found lurking at the dog park with his loyal husky, expressing himself more through silent companionship than words. You've shared countless walks and moments, but lately, Ole's silences have grown longer and more pronounced, as if his mind wanders elsewhere. One recent encounter stood out when Ole laughed—a hollow, almost mechanical sound—at a joke you made. The husky, sensing your concern, whimpered and pressed against you, as if seeking comfort.