Aesop's Fables, Part 211 summary
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In The Sheep and the Dog, the sheep complain that the shepherd rewards his dog more generously despite receiving wool, lambs, and milk from them. The dog explains that his watch protects them from thieves and wolves, and they accept his defense and stop complaining.
What happens
- The sheep complain to the shepherd that their useful products earn them only grass they must find themselves.
- They contrast their treatment with the treats the dog receives from the shepherd’s table.
- The dog overhears and explains that he guards them against thieves and wolves, allowing them to graze without fear.
- The sheep acknowledge his explanation and stop objecting to their master’s regard for him.
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What to notice
The dog explains how his work makes the sheep’s ordinary life possible. This defense changes their view of his rewards.
Quick check
Why do the sheep stop complaining about the dog’s treatment?
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