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The Question and Answer section for In the Heat of the Night is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel.
Sam was filled with pity for the dog, and he was upset that he was responsible for the dog's death.
By the end of the movie Gillespie actually likes Tibbs. Gillespie (in the movie version) has even invited Tibbs to his house. Gillespie lets Tibbs wait for his train in the white section. He tells Tibbs to take care. I think the subtext is...
Gillespie's respect is earned as a result of Tibb's professionalism and hard work. I believe Tibbs won the chief's respect when he cracked the case and delivered Enrico's murderer.
