Warm Hearts N K-9 Kisses

Warm Hearts N K-9 Kisses
Kennel

Treat me kindly, my beloved master, for no heart in all the world is
more greatful for kindness than the loving heart of me.

Do not break my spirit with a stick, for though I should lick your
hand between the blows, your patience and understanding will
more teach me the things you would have me do.

Speak to me often, for your voice is the world's sweetest music,
as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when your
footstep falls upon my waiting ears.

When it is cold and wet, please take me inside, for now I am a
domesticated animal, no longer used to bitter elements, and I ask
no greater glory than the privilege of seating at your feet beside
the hearth....though had you no home, I would rather follow you
through ice and snow than rest upon the softest pillow in the
warmest home in all the land, for you are my god and I am your
devoted worshiper.

Keep my pan full of fresh water, for although I should not reproach
you were it dry, I cannot tell you when I suffer thirst. Feed me
clean food, that I may stay well, to romp and play and do your
bidding, to walk by your side, and stand ready, willing and able to
protect you with my life, should your life be in danger.

And, beloved master, should the Great Master see fit to deprive
me of my health or sight, do not turn me away from you. Rather
hold me gently in your arms as skilled hands grant me the merciful
boon of eternal rest..... and I will leave you knowing with the last
breath I drew, my faith was ever safest in your hands.

Author
Beth Harris