Maybe you should reduce the status to a reward? If he performs exceptionally well or holds off on consuming your foot for a little while?

[ She nods. ] I have its evolution, Jumpluff, if you wish to see it.

And yes, it is. A little while ago, there was a massive sickness that broke out and caused people to develop dog-like features with fangs and blue colored lips and the like. [ ...Yep. She remains entirely casual while discussing this. It doesn't really phase her anymore. ]