What Dogs Know

we're invisible in the dark together
tracking
black faced dog silently
snuffing his way
my hand can touch his back
but
I hold the leash loosely
these spring nights we waited for
through the icy winter walks
sliding around
and now we can slip into the woods 
at the school field and watch for
whats coming
or sit by the playground
watching
taking our time 
he shows me what dogs know
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Quainoo Avatar
June 15, 2009 at 9:53 AM
Love for dogs.right?love it. great
Joseph Avatar
May 13, 2009 at 11:37 AM
dog love is the best love of all.
Suzadail Jr. Avatar
May 13, 2009 at 9:33 AM
Dogs love unconditionally. Humans could learn a lesson. Vince
Mckenzie Avatar
May 12, 2009 at 11:37 AM
Interesting reflection with your dog! I love animals and how patient they are with humans! Well done! Laura :)
Richards Avatar
May 12, 2009 at 8:20 AM
We can learn so much by loving and watching "man's (or woman's) best friend". Lovely poem !
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