Thanks all...oh yes, he was in the proverbial dog house for a good few hours, but I did have to stifle some giggles when he would lie down with ears back yet tail still wagging - cue me "...and you can stop that tail wagging, there's nothing to be happy about!"
Sorry, Probably Monty's fault. He must have told Charlie what fun it was ripping things up. Guard your sofas!!!. I'll explain tomorrow (at high Corner) if you don't know about Monty's 4 hours of shame!
Luckily he's left the sofas and things alone...and long may that continue!
And yes - quite a few of the collection of toys have been de-stuffed - it's a good job Christmas is coming up we'll be able to throw some out and replace them!
Happy to report the carpet was expertly refitted by amateur carpet-fitter Sean on the same day - let's see how long it lasts though!
I took this video yesterday and thought you might appreciate it - Charlie zooming around the bend to find us and trying to initiate a game of bitey-face with Max!