"Hmmm... maybe. I mean, it still has the killer instinct but it's not as clever. Can't jump as high either." They had sedatives ready.
"I'm going to be helping to bind it and load it onto the boat. Then setting it free will be the fun part. We've got potions to help, so don't worry too much." Charlie waited for Penny to order before asking for three scrambled eggs, six sausage links, and a slice of buttered toast. He had a big appetite.