Red Dog Remembered

A wrestlers kapi pup born in the town of Porapoo Red Dog~The Pilabara wonderer with lurid tales' legion A bold spirited canine he, an Aussie through and through Roaming free the red earth of the wide Northwestern region He pawed a ride with John, an iron miner, when lost. They became close mates, good sports to remember. But drinking and poker took their grim cost. John was gunned down in 'ts, the first day of September. Now as Red Dog roamed quietly unconsoled Cars, buses and trucks offered him rides, hugs and food. For his hard-luck story had been told and retold With good Aussies determined to brighten his mood For the rest of his days Red Dog roamed about Stopping cars now and them for food and a ride His loud flatulations signaled 'twas time to get out. With nature his friend and kind folks who abide Pilbar mourned with muted disbelief, When the poisoned body of Red Dog was found A bronze statue stands for friends to bow in grief. May Red Dog rest well in his much-loved native ground.