The Animal Lover

Please be careful where you sit,
The cat had a coughing fit.
She launched a hairball,
So just be careful.
I wouldn’t want you wearing it.

And be careful where you stand,
The dog has an overactive gland.
Your leg he’ll hump
If you don’t jump.
He’s getting out of hand.

And please try not to lean,
My Parakeet is kind of mean,
If you get too close,
He’ll bite your nose,
You see to him it’s just protein.

And take care if you should squat,
My Boa Constrictor’s not feeling too hot,
Rather than greet you,
He’d probably eat you,
Whether you wanted him to or not.

Don’t hang from the chandelier,
My Tarantula won’t like you near,
Just by seeing her sight,
Gives people quite a fright,
And she only attacks when there is fear.

And be careful where you lay,
The hamster got out today.
Small babies she’s throwing,
Hey, where are you going?
I hope you’ve enjoyed your stay.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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September 6, 2011 at 1:31 PM
Loved this. Kind of sounds like my place with two dogs, a cat,a tank full of tropical fish, a snake, and my parrot flew away last year. I was really upset over it too. One good thing though, my husbands tarantula died. I love animals but don't like bugs.That's when he got the snake. He has several canaries in a large cage. Good job here. Be it ever so humble etc. Smiles. God Bless, JB
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September 3, 2011 at 8:01 AM
:-) !! Okay, now that IS funny. Sounds like some in-laws I have. Do you know that toddlers have the same effect on people? One temper tantrum, poopy laden diaper, nose picking episode, followed by finger paint applied to $100 jeans and the visitors drop like flies. Hey, thanks for all the kind comments on my own scrawls, it seems you are both a scholar AND a gentleman. ;-)
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September 3, 2011 at 7:44 AM
Made me smile :)
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