The Dog

Across the street
wet and grey
slick with rainwater
a skinny dirty dog
maybe a collie
sniffs at the tall grass
growing on the sidewalk curb

I can't help but wonder
if the dog was dumped
by someone
who couldn't afford to take care of her
yes a girl dog

I feel sad
I continue to watch her
until she
moves on down the street

Hmm
Should I go see
if I can get her to come home with me
and give her some food?

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Reviews

[Sami Khalil]

Whether the dog was dumped or strayed we still feel that connection to man's best friend . We feel that compassion towards them for they can be lost like us humans... They need a loving home like we do too. You have touched on all these elements in this nice poem...:)

[Coyote Song]

Thanks!

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome...:)

[lee von cleef]

dogs,domestics, how about, dogs, wet socks, Compassion freedom, Captivity food,Mine or adopted me? Alone or lonely ,Territorial interloper ,companion or slave Thought for a dog.

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[Black Cat Fever]

Yes, I like this. One cannot help but feel for an animal that appears to be suffering.

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[PurpleQuartz]

A lovely poem, great work!

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[Eric Cox]

Cool compassion and good imagery to this. Nicely done.

[Coyote Song]

Thanks so much Eric!

[Eric Cox]

welcome :)

[Leslie Philibert]

This is a picture, a snapshot from a poet with a big heart. Like this a lot.

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[Tina Kline]

It would be very hard not to feel something for the wet and hungry looking dog. And the compassionate thought shows you do have a heart. This is an outstanding poem!!!

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[AYVID N]

Such a sweet and compassionate thought.
Not just those who love dogs, but anyone would be moved by this write.
I like the simple but effective style.
Compliments!

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Thanks!