[Yes, please don't ensnare her in a cage when she walks onto the premises. I mean, she'd probably find it mildly amusing, but it could give the dogs a fright.

At any rate, she's already set her numerous bags onto the floor, and has crouched down to unhook each canine from their leash, one at a time. They crowd around her, and the German Shepherd gives her face a lick.]

Margarita! I know you're excited, but be on your best behavior, okay?

[Margarita gives a happy little dog-noise, but otherwise waits patiently to be free from her leash! Finally, Makima's finishes and rises to a stand again, neatly folding the leashes into her palm. All three dogs turn around almost simultaneously and look at Warren curiously.]

Why would I joke about something like this?

[Her dogs are serious business, sir.]

Come closer and say hello. I want to introduce you.