Llewellyn nodded. That was what he’d meant when he said using people would be a good way to start instead of basic toys. They could change their training methods more easily when Pretzel mastered one thing. “Exactly, love. That’s why I think you have an excellent idea.” Pretzel had a lot of work to do, although Llewellyn liked to think the pup was a quick learner when properly motivated. He was quite proud that he’d found his way to Rhy’s apartment that morning.

“Maybe that’s what he wants us to think so we’ll keep picking him up, hm?” Llewellyn responded with a good-natured, teasing tone. “Or one day he’ll actually get better at standing on his hind legs without toppling over.”