Dragon Age - Mabari War Dogs

BioWare has began updating the Characters section of the Dragon Age website and the first profile is the Mabari War Dog, which you'll presumably be able to add to your party:

Dogs are an essential part of Ferelden culture, and no dog is more prized than the Mabari. The breed is as old as myth: Said to have been bred from the wolves who served the legendary hero, Dane. Prized for their intelligence and loyalty, these dogs are more than mere weapons or status symbols: The hounds choose their masters, and pair with them for life. To be the master of a Mabari anywhere in Ferelden is to be recognized instantly as a person of worth.