One night I had a wondrous dream,
One set of footprints there were seen,
The footprints of my precious Lord,
While he carried me along the shore.

But then some stranger prints appeared,
So I asked, What were these prints for?
These prints are neither yours or mine.
And Lord they are in sets of four.

My child, He said in somber tones,
At one time you were so close to giving up,
That I called on a little dog to walk along.
And for awhile this was just what you needed.
Your pup filled your time with love and blessings,
He kept you so busy there was no time for fussing.

But then one day I had to call him home,
And you were heartbroken and all alone,
But the time you had together was never forgotten,
And even though it hurt to lose your little dog,
I knew you’d be better for the love you had known.

- Author unknown

 

My best friend closed his eyes last night,

As his head was in my hand.

The doctors said he was in pain,

And it was hard for him to stand.

The thoughts that scurried through my head,

As I cradled him in my arms,

Were of his younger puppy years,

And Oh… his many charms.

Today there was no gentle nudge,

With an intense “I love you” gaze.

Only a  heart that’s filled with tears,

Remembering our joy filled days.

But an Angel just appeared to me,

And said, “You should cry no more,

God also loves our canine friends,

He’s installed a doggy door!”

 

Kaiba - My sisters Rhodesian Ridgeback

Now I lay me down to sleep
The king-size bed is soft and deep

I sleep right in the center groove
My human being can hardly move!

I’ ve trapped their legs, they’re tucked in tight
And here is where I pass the night

No one disturbs me or dares intrude
Till morning comes and “I want food!”

I sneak up slowly to begin
My nibbles on my mommy’s chin

For the morning’s here and it’s time to play
I always seem to get my way.

- Anonymous