Poem 247: Family Pet

I am sitting on my couch and taking some time to reflect

My thoughts are on the fact that I am giving my dog too much respect

I never even considered it, but lately it’s becoming painfully clear

The fact is that I am not the boss of him as it would appear

This was not my intention when I first acquired this pet

To be honest with you, I’m really not that upset

He has been there for me every morning ready to head out the door

As soon as I stir out of bed, he is ready to explore

I guess he is my therapy dog but he doesn’t wear the vest

He is always right there beside me when we do our daily quest

I looked back at the past year and we only missed four days so far

When you really think about it, it all seems so bizarre!

We missed two days last month because of heavy rain

So that record accumulated during winter and spring seems so insane!

It was definitely a mild winter because we don’t like the cold

When it gets really bitter, out daily adventure gets put on hold

Close to six kilometers we cover each and every day

I let him take the lead because he knows the way

Maybe I have given him too much authority and the power has gone to his head

I am now second in command and he is in charge instead

Here are a few examples of what I have had to endure

I thought it was enough when I had to pick up his manure!

He sleeps in every room for hours in the day

We don’t venture into them because we could be in the way

I don’t go out to the front when he is eating anymore

I make sure he is finished before I head out to the door

He follows us to the front porch and he frolics about

Then he sleeps in front of the entrance and we can’t get in or out

We have a fenced in yard for him to go out and play

Once he lets out his yelp, we rush to let him in right away!

I know we got him neutered, but he still thinks he has his balls

We both seem to cater to him and are at his beckon  call

Through all of our disciplining, he has gotten the upper hand

To others that are pet owners, I think you understand

The trick is to let him think he has it and then show no concern

For all the love you give them, you get so much more in return!