"I'm kinda with Scott on this one," she teases, using her camera to take the shots quickly, including the laceration on the back of his head, talking as she does.

"Dina's at the preserve with my aunt and Peter. I'm pretty sure he won't be leaving her side for anything right now." She steps closer and lowers her voice. "She also might think he's my dog, but I figure we can cross that hurdle when we get to it."

Because they didn't need to expose Dina to more strangers right now. But Malia said Peter was a nice dog and he was safe to pet, so nice dogs are okay.

"You just worry about getting better, okay?"