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Her dog is sweet but very neurotic. So neurotic that it destroys her apartment whenever she leaves it alone for more than half an hour. She works as a social worker at an office that doesn't allow employees to bring their pets. This was a serious problem until she met Peter. He is a middle aged homeless man who spends half the year in Vienna and the other half in Switzerland. When in Vienna, he lives in a tent on the Danube Island next to the river. According to her he's a dignified guy-- never done drugs, doesn't drink at all, well kept and well spoken. He's just a free spirit who prefers living rough to the confines of a job and a 9-5 life. They met a few years ago and became friends. When this problem with her dog arose, Peter suggested a solution: He would take it with him on his wanderings during the day, and then bring it back to her in the evening. He gets along well with the animal and said he would appreciate its company. She asked what she could pay him. He said nothing--they were friends and he'd be happy to do her the favor. She's a good heart and wouldn't take no for an answer. So they worked out a deal: three times a week she cooks dinner for him. Her workaholic boyfriend really likes Peter too and always tries to make it home on time to join them. Their visitor regales them with stories of life on the streets. She says whenever Peter is at their table, the dog sits next to him and rests its head on his knee.