Overheard conversation earlier today:-
DD (about 12) and MIL (she had a distinct IL quality ) in a general store.
DD - Well, I'll want the collar to be pretty as well as comfy.
MIL - Yes you will, this one's nice.
DD - Ooh yes that's lovely, it's pink so everyone will know it's my dog. Is it comfy do you think?
MIL - I don't really know, try it on.
DD - (Putting on dog collar, pulls out pocket mirror to look at self) Yeah, that's really comfy. Let's get this one.
[At this point mum walks in]
Mum - That's not a necklace you know.
DD - I know. Granny said she's going to get me a dog!
[Cue look of utter loathing focused on MIL and a very long silence]
Sadly I had to leave at this point so missed the fallout. Needless to say, I don't think Granny had mentioned her plans to mum