A Pet Is For Life

Feeling abandoned and lonely
the hungry night air nips my ears
His bite is hard and gripping
My eyes fill up with tears
I haven't ate since yesterday
when I found a juicy bone
Nor had a sip of water
You see... I have no home
I had a loving family
They were really kind and nice
The children loved me very much
Taught me how to hunt some mice
But now the children are grown up
and I am old and grey
Nobody seems to care for me
so, I have run away
If you should see me on the road
struggling my path to plod
Perhaps, you might take me in?
I'll be a good, loving, obedient dog!

Reviews

[Alira]

My dog passed away a little less than a year ago. I miss him. This poem made me teary-eyed but it also made me smile. I hate the thought of a poor animal alone on the street and I like to believe this one in the poem was taken in at the end. Good job.

[Marie]

Oh, I am so very sorry to read that your dog passed away some time ago, Alira. Of course, you miss him, bless you both. The poem isn't about any particular little dog, Alira. I wrote it because during Covid when many were unable to go out, they got dogs and cats to keep them company, but as soon as Covid ended, they gave their devoted and loving cats and dogs back to the animal shelters where they got them. It was so sad! Thank you so very much for reading and I am so sorry the poem made you miss your little dog and feel sad for his loss, please forgive me. Thank you for your kind comment also, Alina...

[Alira]

That’s such a fascinating and sad backstory. I had no idea people were adopting animals during Covid and giving them away once it was over…so sad. But the inspiration still made for a beautiful poem. Don’t be sorry, it made me smile to think of him.

[Marie]

Aaaawww! Thank you so v-e-r-y much, Alira. Sadly, yes, this is what happened during and after Covid. Humans are so inhuman! Thank you so v-e-r-y much for your kind words. I am grateful, Alira
Bless you always...

[Alira]

You’re welcome. Yes, sadly and ironically humans are the most inhuman. But hopefully a lot of those poor creatures eventually found good homes.

[Marie]

For that I pray, dear Alira. Thank you again, dear friend...

[Dave W.]

Dogs are my favorite kind of people, I miss my dog. Good poem thank you.

[Marie]

Thank you for reading and for your kind words, Dave...

[Tom]

I can so relate and commend you Marie, yes a dog or any pet is for life, part of the family and must be loved and treated accordingly! Coincidently a few months ago, I found myself alone at home here and I needed a companion so I noticed an advert on facebook, a local council dog kennel had a beautiful Staffy crossbreed dog that nobody wanted, they told me this dog ( a female ) had been used by its previous unscrupulous owner for breeding/selling pups and after 4ys he/she abandoned this dog on the streets ( got their use out of her ) And now this lovely dog was going to be euthanasised if no one would taker her.

But now Luna has her forever home with me and we are truly together soulmates! 🐕‍🦺 = 🥰

[Marie]

Thank you for reading the poem and for kindly telling me about Luna. How inhuman we human beings are to treat God's gifts to us so badly. Poor Luna! Heartbreaking story, but you are the hero in this narrative, Tom. Bless you and Luna and I am so happy she has found her forever home with you. Thank you again for kindly commenting and telling me about Luna. Wonderful to read a story with a very happy ending, dear Tom...

[Tom]

Likewise Marie, my commendations to you for speaking out for the abandonment of a once canine family member so heartlessly abandoned by her human keepers... Yep, humanity appalls me way more than I care to think about!!!

[Marie]

Thank you so very much for your kind words, Tom. Bless you and Luna always...

[AYVID N]

I love my pets so much. Reading this brought on much sadness for all those sad little dogs and cats out there in need of love and care. Thank you for this beautiful reminder.

[Marie]

Thank you for your very lovely, kind and caring comment, Divya and also for taking time out to read.

[Papaya]

Aww. I have a soft spot for dogs.
This was so sweet. 💛🐕

[Marie]

Thank you for kindly reading and commenting, Ana...

[Chris Shaw]

Our canine friends are so loyal. I don’t understand how anyone can abandon a pet. It is the utmost cruelty. They grieve . In fact I do believe they grieve more than some in our own species do. Heartfelt write Marie. I have Solo. She is an old lady now, but she loves me unconditionally. A lovely poem.

Chris

[Marie]

Hello Chris and thank you for reading and commenting on my poem. I cannot fathom anybody abandoning a pet either, but sadly it occurs. Yes, I so agree 110% that the darling animals grieve and more than the human species does or understands. Solo (what a beautiful name) sounds like a darling and our animal friends are the only ones who love us unconditionally. I wrote this poem shortly after 'normality' resumed after Covid when ssssssssssooooooo many pets were given back when people returned to work. Heartbreaking! Thank you so very much again, Chris. Wishing you a very nice, blessed and beautiful evening to enjoy with Solo and a loving gentle pat and hug for Solo...

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[mou]

They are blessing for us and we are their shelter! I too have a little one but she has so much tantrum :) I too wrote a poem for her. You've written it with so much care and love. Beautiful poem, dear Marie
- mou

[Marie]

Thank you for so kindly reading my little poem, dear Mou and for sharing about your little and so loved one with me. I am so happy your little one has a beautiful, loving, caring home. So sadly dear Mou, some of our so loving little ones have not. Thank you for your very kind comment. I am most grateful, dear Mou. Wishing you a very lovely evening to enjoy...

[mou]

You're very welcome, dear Marie. Have a lovely evening

[Marie]

Thank you, dear Mou...

[John Sullivan]

Ahhh, I've been a stray myself. Homeless and in my case, crazy (schizophrenia). Surely all pets find a home eventually!

[Marie]

Thank you for reading my poem and kindly commenting, dear poet. I a sorry to read that you have been homeless and pray that you have now found your forever home and that you are well, blessed and happy. Thank you again, for reading...

[John Sullivan]

And thank you for your kindness in return! I am housed and comfortable and well fed these days. Looking to get a job in the near future, with a little luck. Cheers

[Marie]

It is so good t read your wonderful good news and I shall pray for a job to turn up for you which you would be happy to go to each day! Wishing you the very best of Good Luck, dear poet...

[John Sullivan]

Very kind. And to you

[Marie]

Thank you, John...