Balance

Tobia: "This is not going to be easy."
Peggy: "What now?"
Tobia: "Now that the tall one is back, I have to make a balance sheet?"
Peggy: "Why on earth? It's a waste of time, we've got things to do!"
Tobia: "Let me do this properly:
On the negative side:

1. No more couch time
2. No more sleeping in the bed
3. No barking in the garden

On the positive side:

1. Dog treats
2. Back scratches
3. Walks (?)
4. More attention to us.

Peggy: "I told you, it is a waste of time!"
Tobia: "Why, I am not even finished yet."
Peggy: "You can make as many lists as you want - he is here and so are we. You should just concentrate on getting the most out of it. Now come on outside!"