A dog guarding ribs February 20, 2024 By Fids | Delete User Proverb in the local language Kûdi hi gûshi labannuún. Proverb's direct translationDon't let a dog guard the ribs. Proverb's meaningTo make someone do something tempting. Equivalent proverb A fox guarding the chicken house. Throwing a fish in water. From: Chad General comments In Uganda they say to push someone who is squaring.