Lucas Sense

Lucas sense is symbolic of the bond between Bella and Lucas. Bella’s Lucas sense includes her love, feelings of, scent of, and sense of Lucas. It is what helps to guide her home to Lucas.

Denver County Laws

Denver County laws symbolize a need for legal reform. The county’s laws against pit bull ownership are contradictory with federal law, and the laws of other towns, cities, and counties. The vague laws also allow those like Gunter and Chuck to take advantage of them for personal gain.

Eviction Notice

An eviction notice symbolizes corruption. Gunter declares “war” on Lucas, and pressures building management to evict Lucas and Mom based on their ownership of Bella. The eviction notice could only come from a manipulation of the system by way of the building manager, who demonstrates he is corrupt since he turns a blind eye to...