It would be so nice for Millie.
Besides he won't bi--hurt me, sir," said Pollyooly firmly.
"No, he won't bite you.

Dukes don't.

Well, after all, if you don't mind being rebuffed, it is worth trying," said the Honourable John Ruffin.
"Yes, sir," said Pollyooly eagerly, very pleased to find that he did not forbid her outright to make the attempt.
The Honourable John Ruffin gazed at her thoughtfully; then he said in his best judicial tone: "Well, if you're going to have a shot at it, there are one or two things you'd better do to give yourself the best chance of success.

In the first place you must try to catch him after lunch, about a quarter to three--he's in a good temper then.

And when you do catch him, don't be too gentle with him.