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Yes, your border collie will do just fine. 
Take note of when he:
- cocks his head [your protagonist’s actions strayed too far from her core character]
- lets his attention drift to backyard activity [your dialogue isn’t advancing the plot]
- growls [waaaaay too much exposition]
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This is waaaaay too hilarious! 😆🙃😅
You’re too nice, Virginia, but glad you liked it. Dogs seem to resonate with me.