

Tom is a big dog who likes to run and play. He has a lot of fur that keeps him warm and cozy. But sometimes, his fur also has fleas. Fleas are tiny bugs that bite and itch. Tom hates fleas. They make him scratch and whine.
One day, Tom's owner, Anna, sees him scratching a lot. She says, "Oh, Tom, you have fleas again. Don't worry, I will help you. Come with me to the bathroom. We will give you a bath." Tom does not like baths. He thinks they are cold and wet. He tries to hide under the bed, but Anna finds him and carries him to the tub.
Anna fills the tub with warm water and soap. She says, "This will make you feel better, Tom. The soap will kill the fleas and make your fur clean and soft. You just have to soak for a little while." She puts Tom in the water and rubs his fur with her hands. Tom feels the water and the soap on his skin. He does not like it, but he trusts Anna. He stays quiet and lets her wash him.
After a few minutes, Anna says, "Good boy, Tom. You are almost done. Now I will rinse you with clean water and dry you with a towel." She turns on the faucet and splashes water on Tom. He shakes his head and wags his tail. He likes the clean water better than the soap. He feels the fleas falling off his fur. He feels happy and relieved.
Anna wraps Tom in a big towel and hugs him. She says, "You did great, Tom. You are such a brave and good dog. Now you are flea-free and smell nice. Let's go to the living room and cuddle on the couch." She carries Tom to the couch and puts him on her lap. She strokes his fur and kisses his nose. Tom feels warm and cozy. He licks her face and snuggles with her. He is glad that Anna loves him and takes care of him. He is the happiest dog in the world.
