Friends, this is my first master-class in 'How to Persuade Dad'!
This one is a good tip for the 'vertically challenged' like me. It's called the 'Paw on Knee' tip.
You place either one - or both for more emphasis - paws on the knee of your Mum or Dad when they are sitting down and busy with something.
THEN the pièce de résistance... wagging tail, pricked ears, a pleading expression and LOTS of staring!
Effectiveness rating: 9/10! Even if I do say so myself, friends!