Ko-Ga was a bird. Birds knew things. So Ko-Ga knew there was something different about the she-dog with little-bird-egg fur.
This time he was quiet because he was absolutely certain Nate-Dog was safe. Unlike last time, when Ko-Ga had been sure, but not this sure.
Nate-dog would not get ambushed or peed on. This time.
But Ko-Ga watched quietly from the shadows of trees nearby, just in case.
I love IC spontaneity & drama! So if it's what your character would do, let 'em attempt it!
My characters are unreliable narrators.
Nate is a constant companion and will usually be close enough to appear in Ko-Ga's threads!

