Every Saturday we go to the recycling session with Fate and Gus – Red stays home, he has no interest in begging – and all the way, the two hellions are salivating and whining with joy to see their pals Bob and Crystal.

When we pull in, they are riveted, following Bob’s every move, until he has a second to bring them treats. They are focused, intent. They get two biscuits each, and sometimes, a donut.

Dogs love he or she who feeds them and give them treats. Usually, it is just that easy.