A man who respects her mabari is someone who instantly gains some favor in her eyes, though the Fereldan accent explains that. She smiles as Garahel sniffs him, then licks that hand to indicate his acceptance along with some hopeful tail-wagging. Looking up, she nods with fond, proud smile.

"Indeed he is. Garahel imprinted on me just after my Joining. We have been together ever since, from Weisshaupt to Skyhold and now here." Garahel barks, quite pleased to be the topic of discussion.