This line is interesting because it follows her lines that appear to be closure about the fact that she is a lesbian. However, it seems that she is asking for mercy for a dog, because perhaps the public still isn’t okay with her being a lesbian and she hopes that they will show some compassion, even if they consider her a dog/animal for her feelings. Even if people don't agree with her, she hopes that people can understand her.
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