He will be company for you, you know. I wonder you do not have a dog already.' 'I do – in the country,' he replied. 'Oh, sporting dogs! They are not at all the same.' Mr Beaumaris, after another look at his prospective companion, found himself able to agree with this remark with heartfelt sincerity.
In the story "Arabella" by Georgette Heyer, a character reflects on the companionship a dog can offer, suggesting that it would be beneficial for another character to have one. The dialogue indicates a distinction between the sporting dogs owned in the countryside and the companionship dogs that might be more suitable for urban life. This highlights the personal connection and emotional support that pet ownership can provide.
Mr. Beaumaris, after considering the nature of dogs and their different roles, realizes the truth in the statement made about needing a companion. His understanding of the value of a true pet proves genuine as he contemplates the idea of having a dog, which could offer meaningful companionship in his everyday life.
