He whistles for the cricket

Miriam has always wanted a dog. But times are hard, and her fathers health problems mean that theres very little money left for luxuries after feeding the family and paying for medical bills. When her neighbors dog has puppies, Miriam spends as much time as she can playing with them, and pretending they are hers. But when tragedy strikes, and only one tiny pup is left alive, it is up to Miriam to find someone to care for him.