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assume a very different character. Rams and 

 wedders have been known to attack a single dog, 

 and in general are found more than a match for one 

 of ordinary strength. But when danger of an 

 imminent kind presents itself, the whole flock assume 

 an attitude of defence, — forming themselves into a 

 compact body, with the females and young in the 

 centre, the males place themselves in the front, and, 

 keeping close to each other, boldly wait the attack ; 

 and when their enemy has approached within a few 

 yards, the rams dart upon him with such impetuosity, 

 as to lay him dead, unless he takes to flight, and 

 thus eludes their vengeance. Dogs and foxes have 

 no chance of breaking their ranks when thus 

 formed. 



