[He's relieved that he's not in danger of being bitten, at the very least. And he gives a soft nod in response to her statement.]

You got that right, pal. I'm from Los Angeles! And wherever this is, I feel like I'm kind of a ways away from home... [He glances around in confusion. He has a feeling that this isn't California...] The name's Dick Gumshoe, by the way. I'm a detective! A-and I come in peace!