The Truth About Cats and Dogs

[brandgwen at hotmail.com]

No: HPFGUIDX 11129

Just a bit of a muse...

>From several different sources, I've heard theories regarding the 
hidden meaning behind cats.  Basically, they seem to be "watchers", 
whose purpose is to monitor situations and, in some cases, alter
their course.  Sly protectors, or something like that.  Examples 
include Crookshanks, McGonagal and Mrs. Figgs' cats.

So, if cats are so special, why not dogs?  We seem to have a few of 
them - Sirius, Lupin and Aunt Marge's lot.  Certainly, these are more 
aggressive beasts (although Crookshanks could give them a run for 
their money).  They seem to be more instinctive and have less self 
control.  Perhaps these are the obvious dragons at the gate, rather 
than the stealthy ones.

So, here's my wondering...  What role or significance do you think 
canines might have to the story?  If they are indeed "watch-dogs", 
what on earth might Ripper be watching?

End muse,
Gwen.

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