Heaving a sigh, he belatedly offered a hand to help her up and gave a brief gesture to the restless Growlithe.

"Ah, he's probably just like any other dog! you have to let 'em know you're serious."

And an opportunity to do something manly and heroic? Yeah, he's all over that. Shrugging it off as if it would be no big deal -- a cover that was completely and utterly blown by the big, stupid grin on his face -- he clicked his tongue to bring Angela to attention.

"I don't wanna butt in to something that isn't really any of our business, but if you're having some trouble, Ang' here would be happy to get your necklace back."