The Cat? What's a Cat? I've never seen one. Do they leave you in the room all alone?
TOBY-DOG
It happens so now and then.
THE LITTLE DOG
And you don't bark? I cry as soon as I'm left alone. I'm bored, afraid, feel sick, and chew up the cushions.
TOBY-DOG
And then you're whipped.
THE LITTLE DOG, (insulted)
I'm—what did you say? You're losing your senses, I imagine. (Suddenly amiable again.) That would be a pity. You have lovely eyes.