Our dad had a fun sense of humor. Let me present the following scenario as an illustration.
Setting: Back porch step overlooking yard
Characters: Dad, a seven year old Grandson, Max (a frisky little stick-fetching terrier, and Blackie (a lazy, but friendly old stray farm dog of unknown heritage)
Dad and the grandson are sitting on the step. Blackie is sleeping in the yard and Max is fetching a stick being thrown repeatedly by the grandson. Max is fanatic about his fetching, never failing to return the tossed stick.
Dad: I bet Blackie can do a trick that Max can't do.
Grandson: (Glancing in Blackie's direction and thinking this is a safe bet) No sir grandpa.
Dad: Watch this. Hey Blackie! (Blackie rouses momentarily and lifts his head. Dad tosses a stick) DON'T FETCH! (Blackie lays his head back down and closes his eyes).
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