when my parents and i go out and our maid is no where in sight, we'll toss the keys inside so that they won't be left dangling on the door. for some unknown reason, our poodle has elected herself to be the guardian of those keys and will keep a watchful eye on them while they're on the floor. she'll snap at anyone who tries to pick them up. until she's bored, that is (which doesn't take long. lol). really cute!