The context of the following conversation is Riley was a dog they got from the shelter. Alex was nervous to meet the dog and offered it a treat. Riley ate out of Alex's hand.:
Alex says Hey come say hi to Riley..
The friend responds Aww I love dogs! Where did you get him?.
Alex responds I got him from a shelter..
The friend responds I thought you were afraid of dogs..
Alex responds Well I was at first, but I gave him a treat and he ate it out of my hand so I fell in love with him..
The friend responds That is so awesome!.