Cats Or Dogs?

Dogs love to chase cats
And cats love to tease.
They race up a tree 
Then do as they please.

Dogs love to play 
To bark and sleep 
But most of the all
They love to eat.

Cats love to relax
On a warm sunny sill. 
At night they chase mice
When it's quiet and still. 

It’s hard to choose
The best one for me,
Because I find both
Are great company. 

I can take a dog for a walk
But a cat's right there, 
Waiting to be loved 
Curled up on a chair. 

A dog gives you kisses,
A cat purrs when it's glad,
Both make you feel better
Whenever you're sad. 

With a dog and a cat
There are tricks you can teach,
But which one should I choose? 
I must have one of each!


For "One For the Kiddies contest" by Joe Flach
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Laurie Avatar
May 30, 2020 at 9:08 PM
Hello Connie … nice and simple verse to read and understand about the cat v dog debate. If your love is returned, then both cat and dog are ideal to warm a heart - thank you Connie - Lindsay
Marcum Wong Avatar
May 30, 2020 at 10:57 PM
I wrote this one for my granddaughter who I think was three at the time Lindsay. Animals have so much unconditional love to offer. Thank you very much. xxoo
Dietrich Avatar
September 8, 2012 at 1:04 AM
connie, I keep clicking and clicking and I truly believe I have seen every poem of yours. But i know you have hundreds more you could post!! I'm so happy you liked my Life as a DAnce poem. Luv ya, Andrea (soupmail)
Smith Avatar
September 19, 2011 at 6:13 AM
Thank you Connie for your comment on my poem, "Bond". And congrats on your win!
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November 13, 2010 at 7:52 AM
love your poem Connie, made me smile and congratulations on the win,,, enjoyed,, by the way,,i see you have not posted much lately. But, i have returned with a poem of dedication, hope to see you stop by my latest post,, enjoy your self,, its called (101 Poets) have a nice week-end,..p.d.
Mehta Avatar
August 16, 2010 at 8:23 PM
Congrats on the win, Connie
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2010 at 7:58 PM
I LOVE YOURS, Connie. It's fun and simple, just like a kid wants to hear. congratulations to you. LUv, Andrea
Brown Avatar
August 15, 2010 at 10:31 AM
My congratulations to you Connie on your win in Joe Flach's contest "One For the Kiddies". Love, Carol
Flach Avatar
August 14, 2010 at 9:36 AM
Connie, a great, imaginative and fun query. Easy to read, easy for kids to understand and relate to and a fun question to ponder for all ages. Thank you for entering this enjoyable piece in my contest. Joe PS - I am a dog person myself
Fraser Avatar
August 14, 2010 at 7:28 AM
Many congratulations Connie on your win in the contest with this wonderful cute Quatrain >> James
Mehta Avatar
August 14, 2010 at 4:11 AM
A well deserved win, Connie
Ryerson Avatar
August 13, 2010 at 5:16 PM
Oh yes, Connie...I can see why this was a winner! 'Both make you feel better'...how true that is...also thanks for your kind and encouraging comment on mine too my friend! - Tim
Sweetheart Avatar
August 13, 2010 at 1:55 PM
Congrats Connie on your winning poem in Joe's contest .. exceptional piece... enjoy another momentous victory.. with luv..
Richards Avatar
August 13, 2010 at 10:47 AM
I am not surprised to see this in the winner's circle, Connie!! It is delightful to read! Congratulations ....I think I will print this out for my grandchildren! so thanks very much for the sweet poem! :) Love, Carrie
Dietrich Avatar
August 3, 2010 at 7:05 AM
VERY CUTE how you ended it, connie and I AGREE. Hope you do well with this. LUv, Andrea
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