"Ah, nothin' to thank. They're all learning when they're that small. She'll be a trained dog in no time, aye Sati?" And it's impossible to resist, so he bends down and gives the puppy another good petting. He's still careful to keep the book out of reach though, he isn't that love struck by a good pup. "I better get this ol' tome back to the boss before you tempt me into a game, love." And yes, this is directed at the puppy. To Fifi he says with a smile just as friendly, "And if you need anything, miss, you just give a holler to the Boss or to me."