Oh, imagination is an awesome tool. But when you're off theorizing, having some kind of anchor in what you already know is key.

[It's a fairly short walk over, especially since the huge dog spirit broke trail. He meanwhile spends his time gently bugging Walter for attention to distract him from the overwhelming crowd.]

Hi Doc! [She comes over for a handshake, all smiles. The dog gets a scritch.] Oh, he's not my pet. He's one of my allies. He's a manifested dog spirit.

[She figures that should get his attention.] You want to get out of here?