The Puppy

Some dullhead dropped a puppy off in the country
Not realizing he would find his way to Nirvana
Our house

He is the size of a pony but has a sweet disposition
Our cocker spaniel is terrified of this German shepherd mix
Our twelve-year-old cat has disappeared

Animal control came by 
Congratulated us. He is not chipped. You can keep him.
We said that was not our intention as they waved goodbye
Apparently they have no more rooms for a dog.

I am trying to find this baby a home.
I have put ads in social media.
I have advertised his photo, and given him a great rep.
My husband has named him Buddy.
He’ll be sleeping in my bed in a week.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Hawkins Avatar
September 1, 2021 at 7:16 PM
Looks like you have a new member of your Family...
Krutsinger Avatar
September 2, 2021 at 6:22 AM
He is built like that cartoon dog Marmaduke.
Hankins Avatar
September 1, 2021 at 9:50 AM
Ha! I told you so! I saw the note where Joe is taking him to the veterinarian to get shots, wormed, neutered...whatever. I think he is more than a guest now.
Krutsinger Avatar
September 2, 2021 at 6:23 AM
He chewed his collar in half yesterday and gulped down a ham bone we thought he might want to chew but he didn't.
Omar Avatar
September 1, 2021 at 6:55 AM
You have such a great talent.
Krutsinger Avatar
September 2, 2021 at 6:23 AM
I am honored Mohamed. Thank you!
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