A Poem for a Rescue Dog
by
Kate Hanford
When we rescue a dog, it doesn’t come gift-wrapped in shiny paper with a pretty gift tag and a huge bow. They arrive broken, neglected, scared and lonely. The majority settle into their forever homes seamlessly, others carry with them the ghosts of their past. As adopters, we try to take away the hurt and bring some sunshine into their lives but the path isn’t always easy. However to see a rescued dog curled up in his nice warm bed and giving out a small sigh of contentment…makes it all worthwhile!
The poem is about a miniature dachshund called Mr, Darcy. He was around two years old when we adopted him. His bad behaviour meant this was his last chance and I was determined to make it work. He had aggressive character traits bought on through fear and had lived in many homes throughout his short life. Despite months of training, patience and kindness the fear aggression still remains. However, we have learned to recognise his triggers and he has transformed into a happy little dog.
Here is his poem:
A Poem for a Rescue Dog
Years have passed since we met our little man
A feisty, mini dachshund
with a coat of black and tan
We called him Mr. Darcy
because he didn’t know his name
and told him that from now on
life would never be the same
We peeled away the layers
and slowly it was clear
All he ever wanted was
a family to hold dear
His little heart was bursting
with love for someone who
could give him back some happiness
and start his life anew
To those who didn’t want him
To those who didn’t care
You had to look into his soul
to see the love that’s there
The journey isn’t easy
There are hurdles in the way
But I would never change him,
Just love him more each day.
Kate Hanford
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