Elmo the Staffy-Chihuahua mix knows that out here in the real world, it’s the survival of the fittest. And if you lower your guard for even just a split second, you’ll fall behind.

But the other two dogs don’t know that yet. So while they patiently wait for their human to give them their treats, Elmo begins executing a flawless plan to deftly increase his share of delicious sausages.

Unfortunately for the other two dogs, Elmo was one step ahead. Hopefully they’ve learned from their mistake, because this little dog doesn’t seem like he’ll be any less relenting any time soon.