Dog's Life?

Never do I sit in thought, of why my life's a mess,
You have no life dear masters, that's something I must profess.

I'm never stuck for what to wear, I have one and only coat,
No jeans, no sweater or dresses, not even a little tote.

Never do I need direction, in education or career,
I sit around by the fireplace, with my floppy ears.

Contraception is never a necessity when I ‘hook up’ with a mate,
There’s no tortured analysis of last night’s disastrous date.

Though life's not always roses, danger, dog-pound, strife,
I'll consider myself lucky to cross the road with my life.

I might get a little frisky, produce puppies here and there,
But the vet's knife will stop my fun - Don't think that's very fair!

If I ever bite or nip you, I won't exactly be your favourite pet,
I could be going for an eternal sleep, back to that fun-stopping vet.

So do I really have 'The Dog's Life?' I'll leave it for you to decide,
Luxury or Jeopardy? Would you like my life? Or would Woe betide?

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010



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Date: 5/20/2010 4:15:00 AM
A Chara Ian, This is excellent. I like the couplets and the rhyming pattern. The rhetorical questioning technique in the end really brings out the essence of the poem. Great job! Le dea-ghui, Joseph
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Date: 5/19/2010 3:39:00 PM
This "dog's life" sounds perfect to me, Ian. Enjoyed the humor! Best wishes, Carolyn
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