A Dog's Life

Two dogs exactly…

One black and white tops scales at 15 pounds.

The other, golden yellow…45 pounds heavier.

Week-long house guests.

Our little guest barks.

In the house, at surprises…to go outside.

… if his water dish is empty…unquestionably …if his food is gone.

He sleeps with us.

He’s a leg heater.

Our golden guest is quiet.

She stays on her bed-all night, not a woof.

She understands a hand full of English words.

Do dogs cross their paws? She does.

Both have limitless energy…not me.

With dog guests you can’t be selfish.

Responsibility, companionship with discord.

Joy and toil.

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