Justice For the Four Legged Ones

They cannot speak for themselves you know.
Although in certain ways they try.
I get enraged when I see them harmed.
Some hurt them but I don't know why.

These creatures bring our planet joy.
Their rightful place is here on earth. 
Though cruelty festers in dark hearts.
We should be humbled by their birth.

Fascinating to watch and observe.
Out in the wild or in our home.
There's so much we could learn from them.
Even those that go out to roam.

When I see some human acting evil
kicking an innocent creature or worse
makes me want to inflict pain;
give them a beating, shout and curse.

I'll do what I can for animal rights.
Someone has to be their voice.
We need to speak up strong and clear.
Justice for animals is my choice




written 9/8/2015 by Deb Wilson
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Makama Avatar
May 30, 2016 at 11:30 AM
Great write, beautiful lines. A well deserved 7
Eastman Avatar
October 13, 2015 at 12:48 PM
I agree with you completely!
Lindley Avatar
September 15, 2015 at 9:30 PM
Great poem. Dogs truly are man's best friend. Angers me deeply to see anybody mistreat it. A7
Boddie Avatar
September 10, 2015 at 8:06 PM
I couldn't agree with you more....innocent animals are meant to adore....but the flip side is if one bites me....with my reaction, you might feel I have no humanity....but I will only harm the animal trying to harm me....unless its an insect or snake, I kill those instantly....;)
A  Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 9:35 AM
Deb, congratulations. SKAT
A. Sharma Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 1:29 AM
Very wonderful write Deb n a superb win! Big congrats! Love your way to justice!
Laurie Avatar
September 8, 2015 at 6:52 PM
Well rhymed Deb, and thank you for taking a stand. As humans we should all know better when it comes to caring for pets and wildlife - Lindsay
Allison Avatar
September 8, 2015 at 2:56 PM
Very well penned Debs the animals need someone to speak up for them:-) hugs Jan xx
Reams Avatar
September 8, 2015 at 1:50 PM
fantastic write Deb. Being an avid dog lover and of all other animals we must stand up for all our pets etc. We need a stronger justice system to help protect them! Thank you for entering into my contest.
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