I am a direct descendant of "Muttly the Hun-gry," and I demand a generous selection of special privileges and subsidies too.
Don't make me mad. We direct descendants are not to be trifled with. My ancestor peed in Charlemagne's pointy shoes.
(a little extra kibble would be nice...and would it kill you to lie a little, and say "Good Boy" once in a while?)
Good Boy, Muttly!