That got a laugh out of Isabela. "A mabari is a prized breed of dog in Ferelden," she explained to Aaron, who looked mystified. "They're basically status symbols, unless there's a war on, in which case mabaris are smart enough to serve as batmen. At least as smart as your average tax collector. Hawke spoils hers rotten." She looked at Jack with something approaching amusement. "Do we let you keep pets?" She didn't much care for animals, but there had always been the odd exception.