[Okay, that's... actually kind of funny, in an almost endearing sort of way. How the hell did he get roped into this, again? This isn't his usual sort of gig.]

It's not mad. I think it's happy. That sounded like a happy noise to me.

[It wants to make friends, obviously! Dante glances around, trying to see if there's anything they might be able to offer it. Unfortunately, he's not exactly familiar with stables, so he's got no idea where the staff might keep extra treats or grains.]

Look, let's give it a try. Pull your hair back so that it can't get at it, and we'll see if it'll let you pet it. Okay?