Dogs

Dogs can be trained
but really don’t care
turn you back
they sit in your chair.
Been to obedience school
know how to mind
visitors come
they seem to unwind.
Put them on a leash
they can be led
next time you look
they’re on your bed.
Do everything wrong
but somehow they win
our hearts and homes
we share with a grin.

Poetry & Painting by Patricia Walter 2000 ©