It was a sunny afternoon in the village, the kind where laughter echoed from small roadside shops and kids chased each other under shady mango trees. Cutis, the gentle-hearted golden dog known to be everyone’s favorite, had decided to take a day off from his usual farm duties. But this wasn’t just any regular outing—today, he had a very special mission in mind. With his tiny backpack slung around his neck, Cutis barked gently to his newest companion, a mischievous and adorable baby monkey named Lulu.
Lulu had been living with Cutis ever since she was rescued from the wild. She was curious, full of energy, and loved mimicking humans. Over time, she had grown very attached to Cutis, treating him like a big brother. But lately, something had been on Cutis’ mind—Lulu’s wild, frizzy hair. Every time they visited the market, people would smile and giggle at her tangled look. Cutis wasn’t upset by the laughter, but he felt that Lulu deserved to feel as special on the outside as she was on the inside.
So, with a determined woof and a confident stride, Cutis marched towards the local hair salon—Beauty Paw-lor & Co. The salon was a vibrant place, decorated with pastel colors, fancy mirrors, and even tiny chairs for animal clients. It was run by a stylish cat named Mimi who was known for her creativity and trend-setting grooming styles.
As soon as Cutis and Lulu entered, the bell above the door jingled and caught everyone’s attention. A group of customers turned to look—and gasped.
“Is that Cutis?” whispered a parrot in a purple feather boa.
“And… is that a baby monkey with him?” asked a fluffy white rabbit who was mid-manicure.
Mimi rushed over, her paws covered in glitter. “Cutis! What a surprise! And oh my, look at this precious little guest. What brings you here today?”
Cutis barked once and nudged Lulu forward. The baby monkey blinked at Mimi with wide eyes, then tried to copy Cutis by sitting still and wagging her tail—though she didn’t have one. Mimi chuckled.
“She needs a makeover,” Cutis seemed to say with his gentle expression. “Something fabulous.”
Mimi’s eyes sparkled. “Say no more. Leave it to me!”
The salon quickly turned into a whirlwind of excitement. Lulu was gently lifted into a mini salon chair, complete with a booster seat. Her eyes darted around the room, curious about the combs, sprays, and buzzing tools.
Mimi examined Lulu’s wild hair thoughtfully. “We’ll need shampoo, detangler, a trim, and then… something unique. Something that fits her playful personality.”
The first step was a warm bubble bath. Lulu squeaked in delight as she splashed in the soapy water, causing a few bubbles to fly onto a nearby poodle’s freshly styled curls. The poodle giggled and gave Lulu a wink.
Next came the blow-dry. Mimi and her assistant, a sleepy hedgehog named Spike, took turns gently drying Lulu’s soft fur. The monkey wriggled a bit at first, but then settled in and even started humming along to the pop song playing from the salon’s speaker.
When Lulu’s hair was dry and silky, Mimi pulled out her scissors and began trimming. She shaped Lulu’s fur carefully, giving her soft layers that bounced with every movement. But the real magic came next. Mimi added pink and blue highlights using non-toxic, animal-safe color sprays. Then, she braided a tiny section on one side and tied it with a sunflower-shaped clip
Everyone in the salon gathered around.
“She looks like a tiny star!” said the rabbit.
“So fashionable!” added the parrot, who immediately asked for rainbow feathers to match.
Cutis barked in approval, his tail wagging wildly. Lulu turned to look at herself in the mirror. Her eyes grew wide. She touched her soft, styled hair and tilted her head, then gave a shy giggle.
But Mimi wasn’t done yet. “One more touch,” she said. From a tiny box, she pulled out a sparkly monkey-sized necklace. She clipped it gently around Lulu’s neck.
“Perfect,” Mimi said with pride.
Cutis led Lulu outside, and as the sunlight hit her new look, she shimmered like a walking rainbow. People passing by stopped in their tracks.
“Is that the same monkey from the farm?” asked a fruit vendor.
“She looks like she came from a fairy tale!” gasped a little boy.
Cutis smiled in his own doggy way and stood proudly by Lulu’s side. He knew she had always been special, but now the whole world could see it too.
As they walked through the village, Lulu’s confidence soared. She waved to everyone, danced a little, and even posed for photos. A group of school kids started cheering, “Lulu! Lulu! Superstar monkey!”
By the time they got home, Lulu was exhausted from all the attention, but so happy. She gave Cutis a big monkey hug, wrapping her tiny arms around his neck and snuggling close. Cutis licked her cheek gently, his eyes full of affection.
That evening, the village’s social media pages were full of pictures of Lulu. Memes, admiration posts, and even drawings popped up. The post titled “Cutis takes baby monkey to hair salon—everyone is in love with her new look!” went viral. Even the mayor reposted it with the caption, “Best duo in town!”
Mimi, seeing all the online buzz, smiled to herself and prepared a sign for her salon window the next morning:
“As seen on Lulu! Walk-ins welcome!”
From that day forward, Cutis and Lulu became more than just farm friends. They became local celebrities, fashion icons, and symbols of kindness. People admired not just Lulu’s appearance, but the bond she shared with Cutis—a bond full of love, care, and a willingness to help each other shine.
And as for Lulu, every time she looked in the mirror, she didn’t just see colorful braids and sparkle—she saw herself as someone worth celebrating, all thanks to her best friend Cutis.
The End.
