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daddyfs Member Posts: 86 |
posted 12-10-2003 10:11 PM
How Could You? When I was a puppy, I entertained you with my antics and made you laugh. You called me your child, and despite a number of chewed shoes and a couple of murdered throw pillows, I became your best friend. My housebreaking took a little longer than expected, because you were terribly busy, but we worked on that together. I remember those nights of nuzzling you in bed and listening to your confidences and secret dreams, and I believed that life could not be any more perfect. She, now your wife, is not a "dog person" -- still I welcomed her into our home, tried to show her affection, and obeyed her. I was happy because you were happy. Now, you have a new career opportunity in another city, and you and they will be moving to an apartment that does not allow pets. You've made the right decision for your "family," but there was a time when I was your only family. You had to pry your son's fingers loose from my collar as he screamed, "No, Daddy! Please don't let them take my dog!" And I worried for him, and what lessons you had just taught him about friendship and loyalty, about love and responsibility, and about respect for all life. You gave me a good-bye pat on the head, avoided my eyes, and politely refused to take my collar and leash with you. You had a deadline to meet and now I have one, too. After you left, the two nice ladies said you probably knew about your upcoming move months ago and made no attempt to find me another good home. They shook their heads and asked "How could you?" They are as attentive to us here in the shelter as their busy schedules allow. They feed us, of course, but I lost my appetite days ago. At first, whenever anyone passed my pen, I rushed to the front, hoping it was you that you had changed your mind -- that this was all a bad dream... or I hoped it would at least be someone who cared, anyone who might save me. As is my nature, I was more concerned about her. The burden which she bears weighs heavily on her, and I know that, the same way I knew your every mood. She expertly slid the hypodermic needle into my vein. As I felt the sting and the cool liquid coursing through my body, I lay down sleepily, looked into her kind eyes and murmured "How could you?" Perhaps because she understood my dogspeak, she said "I'm so sorry." She hugged me, and hurriedly explained it was her job to make sure I went to a better place, where I wouldn't be ignored or abused or abandoned, or have to fend for myself --a place of love and light so very different from this earthly place. I know some of these poems might be old news to you all, but to me this is new.. i read poems all day at work (nothin else to do) and they are sad, but none has bought tears to my eyes like this.. and im not the cryin type.. but this passage took my imagination, and i was jus hurt for the dog.. i thought i share it with you IP: Logged |
kyles101 Member Posts: 227 |
posted 12-10-2003 11:29 PM
thats so sad and to think stuff like that happens all the time makes it even sadder. i shall pass that poem around. IP: Logged |
Trick Member Posts: 22 |
posted 12-11-2003 05:30 AM
I could never work at a shelter for that reason right there... I'm glad my boyfriend loves our dog...but Now I feel even sadder about having my Trick in a Kennel...even though he gets to play with me every day. IP: Logged |
kricks Member Posts: 43 |
posted 12-11-2003 06:33 AM
That was so sad. but very good. Thank you for posting it. IP: Logged |
Meka Member Posts: 114 |
posted 12-11-2003 09:42 AM
OMG! That was a tear jerker! So sad. It really makes you think though, doesn't it..... How can some people do it? IP: Logged |
jenny052601 Member Posts: 80 |
posted 12-11-2003 12:05 PM
Thats so sad, why did I have to read this at work!! Now I'm practically crying. It's so true though. Thats why I can't work at a shelter, as much as I'd love to be there for the dogs and cats. Jenny IP: Logged |
puggleowner Member Posts: 228 |
posted 12-15-2003 07:08 PM
daddyfs, I hope you don't mind, but I posted this story on the all dog message board as well (I gave you credit as to where I got it)- I think it is just such a good story for everyone to read to become aware of a dog's perspective when considering giving up their pet. I cried so hard when I read it! Let me know if you mind me posting it and I will promptly remove it. Thanks IP: Logged |
puggleowner Member Posts: 228 |
posted 12-15-2003 07:08 PM
daddyfs, I hope you don't mind, but I posted this story on the all dog message board as well (I gave you credit as to where I got it)- I think it is just such a good story for everyone to read to become aware of a dog's perspective when considering giving up their pet. I cried so hard when I read it! Let me know if you mind me posting it and I will promptly remove it. Thanks IP: Logged |
puggleowner Member Posts: 228 |
posted 12-15-2003 07:08 PM
daddyfs, I hope you don't mind, but I posted this story on the all dog message board as well (I gave you credit as to where I got it)- I think it is just such a good story for everyone to read to become aware of a dog's perspective when considering giving up their pet. I cried so hard when I read it! Let me know if you mind me posting it and I will promptly remove it. Thanks IP: Logged |
daddyfs Member Posts: 86 |
posted 12-15-2003 07:15 PM
daddyfs, I hope you don't mind, but I posted this story on the all dog message board as well (I gave you credit as to where I got it)- I think it is just such a good story for everyone to read to become aware of a dog's perspective when considering giving up their pet. I cried so hard when I read it! Let me know if you mind me posting it and I will promptly remove it. Thanks of course i dont mind. i cant remember where i pulled this from or the author.. i look up sites all day, so i tend to forget.. i hope everyone post this where it will be useful.. i have emailed it to my pet owning, or considering friends!! IP: Logged |
benny boy Member Posts: 392 |
posted 12-16-2003 05:56 AM
that was an incredible story!!! it makes me want to drive home from work and hug my dog, and tell her that whatever happens i would never leave her. that was really a tear jerker. thank you for posting that story. IP: Logged |
puggleowner Member Posts: 228 |
posted 12-16-2003 06:48 AM
Thank you daddysf, sorry I posted that last message 3 times, my computer locked up and I kept pressing the submit button and then it decided to start working and submitted my reply 3 times! Oops IP: Logged |
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