The Dog, the Treasure, and the Vulture

Grubbing up human bones, a Dog met with a treasure; and, because he had offended the Gods, a desire for riches was inspired in him, that so he might pay the penalty due to the holy character of the place. Accordingly, while he was watching over the gold, forgetful of food, he was starved to death; on which a Vulture, standing over him, is reported to have said; "0 Dog, you justly meet your death, who, begotten at a crossroad, and bred up on a dunghill, have suddenly coveted regal wealth."