Good behavior

Our neighbor came to chat today and Tug really loves him. He goes bonkers, actually, under the theory that in order to properly welcome someone into the house they must be jumped up at and licked to ensure they realize they are welcome. Mama's just taken to putting Tug in the crate before she opens the door. Today, I was coming in and out at that time (unloading groceries) and Tug was bouncing up and down on all fours trying to get everyone's attention...but NOT barking!! wooo hooo

So I get him out of the crate and sit in the recliner to rock. Tug struggled for a good two minutes until he realized I wasn't going to let him down to run over to our neighbor. He finally contented himself with staring at our neighbor as we rocked. What a good boy!