Friends 

3 women

6 men

9 dogs

Aren't numbers fun?

Raw numbers. Multiples. Common denominator 3. Humans match canines. The fun you could have discussing/debating that.

No, I'm not taking the piss.

How much trouble could you get in?

How much trouble could I get in?

Are 9 humans worth the same as 9 mutts?

The dogs have got to be easier to handle - even together.

Go on. Bite. I dare yer.