Salamano

Old neighbor Salamano is encountered with his mangy spaniel, displaying a long‑term abusive relationship and constant verbal abuse. Dog missing after taking it to the Parade Ground, fears police will take the dog, curses the dog Salamano's dog is missing; he consoles Meursault, observes the Arabs at the spring alone, and reflects on his lost pet. Salamano testifies, noting Meursault’s kindness to his dog and mentioning coffee and cigarette incidents