Note 272 — Chapter VIII · PANDORA AND EVE
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Woman’s preference for lap-dogs is explained in the same way. Larger dogs are independent; they run hither and thither, and try, at least, to master their own destiny. Lap-dogs, on the other hand, can be fondled; they can be held, clasped, pressed, squeezed, entirely and thoroughly mastered (physically only, for no woman has ever been known to make a dog obey), and they can be easily lifted from the floor.