Candy and his dog are both seen as old and physically limited. They are also both vulnerable and face the risk of being discarded or mistreated due to their age and inability to work as effectively as they did before. Additionally, both Candy and his dog rely on others for care and companionship.
Calson wants to shoot Candy's old dog is because Carlson doesn't like the stench of Candy's dog.
They are both old
he doesn't like candy's dog and wants him to shoot the dog
because its like killing a human
Carlson killed Candy's dog by shooting him in the back of the head to put him out of his misery. Candy's dog was old and suffering, and Carlson believed it was the most humane thing to do.
Carlson dislikes Candy's dog because he doesn't like the smell of it when it follows Candy into the bunk house, saying it's "Stinkin' up the room". He think's Candy's dog is too old, can't see, all stiff with rheumatism and can't walk without hurting and he is trying to convince Candy to end his dog's miserable life by shooting it at the back of the head. He even volunteered to do it for Candy when he seemed reluctant.
Candy compares himself to his old dog that was shot by Carlson, expressing fear of becoming useless and unwanted like his dog. He sees himself doomed to a similar fate of loneliness and disposability once he is no longer able to work on the ranch.
Carlson says that Candy's dog is old, blind, and smells horrible. He says the dog should be put out of its misery. Candy reluctantly agrees.
Slim advised Candy to let him shoot his dog because the dog was old, suffering, and unable to do its job. Slim knew it was a difficult decision for Candy, but ultimately it was an act of mercy to end the dog's suffering.
Carlson says that Candy's dog is old, stinking, and no longer useful on the ranch. He convinces Candy to let him shoot the dog to put it out of its misery, as it is suffering. This event foreshadows the theme of the weak being marginalized in society.
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Steinbeck portrays Candy's relationship with his dog as one of deep companionship and loneliness. Candy is attached to his old dog due to their shared history and dependency on each other. The dog's death serves as a devastating loss for Candy, highlighting the theme of companionship and the harsh realities of life on the ranch.