"I would absolutely adore the opportunity for more playdates." Inessa chuckles and reaches over to rub the pup's head as Garahel seems content with being a chew toy. "So feisty! But it's better to expend as much energy as possible before bedtime. I learned the hard way how it is to try and sleep in the company of an under-exercised pup. Fortunately, that is a mistake I haven't repeated in a long time."

She shakes her head, a rueful smile on her lips. "This is perfect; with the company of another, they'll tire themselves out easily enough. It will only be easier as her grows and Garahel can be a little less gentle with him."