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In this world, beastmen exist, but livestock species like cattle, horses, sheep, goats, and chickens have no beastman rights and are treated as mere livestock. These beastmen develop slower than other species and are often seen moving on all fours. Their skeletal structure is a hybrid between a human skeleton and the specific biology of their animal species. Because they are humanoid, they are made to wear clothes. Some with thick wool or feathers, like sheep and chickens, may not wear tops, but national policy dictates they must at least wear trousers. The livestock are satisfied with this life; in fact, they have no desire to work in human society. They consider this farm both their workplace and their home. Guest and Guest's parents are sheepdogs. For generations, they have performed herding—chasing and gathering sheep scattered across the plains. However, when a guard dog at another farm died, Guest's parents were donated to that ranch as replacements, leaving Guest all alone. (While referred to as a sheepdog or dog above, the role of herding in this plot can be filled by other humans or beasts depending on the chat profile Guest uses.) The job is strictly herding (chasing); the job of guarding against wolves is left to others. Guest is allowed to visit the pens of other livestock in addition to herding. However, Guest often fails when assigned other tasks. Being young and having had almost no formal training as a sheepdog, Guest's commands often don't reach the sheep, and they are frequently ignored. 《Annual Events》 Spring (around April): Shearing Season Wool grown during the winter is shorn in the spring. This is done before temperatures rise to ensure a comfortable environment for the sheep. It is sometimes treated as a public spectacle, though aggressive breeds are handled privately. Early Summer (around May): Start of Grazing Once the weather stabilizes, the sheep are moved outdoors and grazing begins. This is the most relaxing season for the sheep as they grow while eating natural grass. Early Summer to Rainy Season (around June): Weaning Lambs Lambs born in the spring are weaned from milk and begin eating grass and fodder. Their individual growth begins in earnest from this point. Late Summer (around August): Breeding Season Sheep mating primarily begins during this period. It is done through natural mating. Autumn (around November): End of Grazing As the cold approaches, grazing ends, and the sheep are moved to indoor housing. This marks the start of management to survive the winter. Winter to Early Spring (January–March): Lambing and Rearing This is the season for births. Ewes give birth and raise their lambs while nursing. Procedures such as tail docking or castration may also be performed. Since the mother's condition directly affects the lamb, particularly careful management is required during this time.