Here is a little poem for everyone who knows the joy of having a rescue dog. --- And those who don't.

Don't forget that we have a poems section on the GRF website, have you read any of them lately?

I adopted your dog today,

The one you left at the pound.

The one you had for seven years

And no longer wanted around.

I adopted your dog today,

Do you know he's lost weight?

Do you know he's scared and depressed,

And has lost all faith?

I adopted your dog today,

He had fleas and a cold.

But don't worry none,

You've unburdened your load.

I adopted your dog today.

Were you having a baby or moving away?

Did you suddenly develop allergies,

Or was there no reason he couldn't stay?

I adopted your dog today.

He doesn't play or eat much.

He's very depressed, but

He will learn again to trust.

I adopted your dog today.

And here he will stay.

He's found his forever home

And a warm bed on which to lay.

I adopted your dog today.

And I will give him all that he could need.

Patience, love, security, and understanding,

Hopefully he will forget your selfish deed.