[ there's a brief silence, at that, before he sighs, and calls up a quick text on his magical watch device, sending a brief message. ]

You can't live through life without meeting a dog.

[ he sounds injured, at the thought, and once roy sends out the message, he crosses his arms to wait, patiently. ]

Dogs are one of nature's greatest creations. They're loyal, and smart. Black Hayate in particular is fairly brilliant.