It's the way to a lot of people's hearts for that matter, though Faolan doesn't speak up to say as much either. It's enough to keep himself in check and hold the dog in place as the other man moves further and further into his personal space. While washing the dog, of course, but the intent of his nearness doesn't matter to the pounding of Faolan's heart.

"Something like that," Faolan responds, before adding, "I suppose then that we'd better make it two biscuits. For good measure."