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A tricolored Rat Terrier
Is me, set apart, unique
Sporty, distinctive, serious
A breed that is antique

Bred to have high intelligence
Strong sense of smell, hunter
That sniffs out rats, chipmonks, squirrels
My owner's assister

I stand at a tree and show him
Where a squirrel has gone
Or stand at wall showing owner
Rat that he needs work on  

Remembering Rocky
Who died a little over a year ago
Written: July 7, 2012
Sponsor: Tanya Harrinton
Contest: Dog Gone Tales
Rhyme using Poulter's Measure

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Jack Horne

Date: 7/9/2012 10:52:00 AM

LOL, I chuckled remembering how you described Rocky and the quirrels! Beautiful tribute to Rocky, my friend

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/8/2012 11:48:00 AM

I love how you incorporated your rocky into this and the Poulter's Measure, which we learned a few years ago from Brian. Good luck with this cute poem in the contest

Russell Sivey

Date: 7/7/2012 6:32:00 PM

What a wonderful poem my friend! I just love cats and dogs, and have a Yorkie at the present moment! I know you miss your dog, because I miss our previous Yorkie we had, she lived for 13 years! I know there's no replacement, but you can have another companion if you want! Your write was sure inspirational Sara, I really enjoyed your descriptions! A very fine poem! Great Work!!