What would I do without you, my precious, furry friend?…
Part mischief, but all blessings, and faithful to the end!
You look at me with eyes of love; you never hold a grudge….
You think I’m far too wonderful to criticize or judge.

It seems your greatest joy in life is being close to me…
I think God knew how comforting your warm, soft fur would be.
I know you think you’re human, but I’m glad it isn’t true…
The world would be a nicer place if folks were more like you!

A few short years are all we have; One day we’ll have to part…
But you, my pet, will always have a place within my heart.

– Hope Harrington Kolb