"I'm sorry... I don't mean to seem stiff...."

The Pokemon's fur was surprisingly soft and warm under his hand. He gave a tentative stroke, continuing to breathe deeply, trying to keep himself calm. This really wasn't so bad...

"I've never seen an animal this big up close. That's all." he said, doing his best to ease the tension in his shoulders. "I've lived in a city most of my life... so, dogs, cats. Little things. Nothing like this."