Shelter?
She may take the scared and defenseless animal to the local shelter, a place of safety and care for animals. It was exactly what she had earnestly promised the sympathetic police officers she would do, and it was a gesture that connected with her feeling of responsibility and empathy. Because there was no compelling reason for her to shoulder the entirety of this responsibility on her own, the decision was rational.
The fact that she made such a difficult decision despite her steadfast dedication to the welfare of all living things, no matter how big or how small, is evidence of this.
Making the Correct Decision
However, as she continued to stare into the eyes of the animal, an overwhelming sense of compassion began to consume her. She had an unshakeable conviction that the decision she was about to make would be the best one. As soon as her shift was done, she had already decided to take the puppy home with her, and she was very adamant about this decision.
After that, they would go off on an enjoyable adventure, making their way to a little restaurant in the neighborhood where they could enjoy a leisurely lunch together and talk for a while before breaking for the day.