I Want To Rescue a Dog

Vesper - when he was rescued by Rescue Ink

By Marti Houge

One Starfish Rehoming Connections

Columbus, Wisconsin

I want to save a rescue dog

that no one else would pick.

But please...  I couldn't handle one

that was too old...or sick.

I want a dog with fluffy hair

that's silky to the touch;

A dog I wouldn't have to groom 

(the work would be too much!).

My allergies are bad

and so the dog must never shed 

or jump up on my velvet couch     

or sleep with me in bed.

The size is not important

but the dog can't be too tall.

And while I'm not being choosy   

I'd prefer he not be small.

Cute and cuddly, sweet and smart 

and one who doesn't chew.

Of course he must be housebroken

(my carpeting is new).

A dog who's quiet in his crate

(I work twelve hours a day);

A dog who isn't hyper, 

and yet one who likes to play.

Of course all vetting must be done

(it's easier for me).

And I don't want to *pay* a lot 

for an "adoption fee".

Ah, yes...it truly warms my heart

to save a dog in need.

I'll pick a dog that no one wants: 

a noble choice indeed!

A dog that no one else could love:

a homeless dog that's needy....

I only wish those rescues weren't so fussy--  

and so greedy!

Vesper, recently, after much needed vet care and a LOT of LOVE!!

Thank you, RESCUE INK!!