"She's still a puppy," Charlie gushes like the rather soppy pet owner she actually is. "Though I can't believe how big she's gotten! She'll be eight months old in a couple of weeks. Would you like to see pictures?" Too bad; the phone's already out and in her hand. Charlotte had originally gotten the dog because it was something she thought she ought to do to build her brand, but Louise has well and truly stolen her heart.

"She made a mess in the kitchen this morning, little stinker, but I can't stay mad. Isn't she sweet?"