Some ponies think Diamond Dogs hoard gemstones for the same reasons ponies do. Others think they eat them, like dragons. If ponies knew the truth, they might not be so eager to rob them of their subterranean treasure. If only they knew.
Stories about ponies are stories about people. Every challenge is an opportunity to change. My Patrons let me keep writing, at: https://www.patreon.com/RealStarscribe