Percy wanted to discuss owls, but Oli kept calling him. Sighing a little, he told Autumn, "Excuse me for a moment," and then went over to where Oliver was crouching.
"What sort of dog is this?" he asked, not completely familiar with the type. He then asked Autumn, "What do you know about this particular breed? What is its temperament? Do they need a lot of attention?"
Percy was a well-informed shopper, who wanted to know what he was getting into before making a purchase, and buying a pet was no exception.