You gave me a home. So I will guard yours.

You fed me and cared for me. So I will care for you.

You were a fair master who treated me with respect. So I will respect you.

You were my world. Let me guard your soul from the world who took you away from me.

This I promise to you.

Maera, 

From the myths from Ancient Greece comes Maera, the loyal dog of Erigone, daughter of Icarius. Yet, the story of this trio is not a happy one.

Dionysus (known as Bacchus in Ancient Rome) once visited Erigone and Icarius. Father and daughter bent over backwards to make sure Dionysus was comfortable, well fed and rested. Their efforts didn’t go unnoticed, for the god was so impressed with their hospitality he gifted Icari...

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