There was once a Dog who was so ill-natured and mischievous that his Master had to fasten a heavy wooden clog about his neck to keep him from annoying visitors and neighbors. This he did so well, with a thousand funny capers and grimaces, that the Animals were carried entirely off their feet with enthusiasm, and then and there, elected him their king. After he had been in the well a long time, a thirsty Goat came by. He was not able to impress anyone. Yes, answered the Fox. But they might not have heard the news. All the animals applauded the Fox loudly. Don't let that keep you at home, urged the Brass Pot. Look, he said, What have you to compare with this? No, said the other, that is not a treasure ship. They had not gone ten paces before the Earthen Pot cracked, and at the next jolt he flew into a thousand pieces.
Learn from my fate not to take pity on a scoundrel.