Believe me when I tell you, this spoiled boy ain't cheated. But I know what you are saying.When he is really happy he smiles.
Mine are the same way, the Golden just wants to see what I'm doing and either help, or drop a log right where I'm working hoping I'll throw it for him. The mutt (beagle/lab/german mix) HATES loud noises and runs and hides on the front porch and I won't see her until the engine is shut off.