Second dog

Sometimes I look for traits in you

Of a little dog you never knew …

A dog that loved me all his days

And understood in special ways.

But that's not fair to you, you elf;

You're not a substitute; but yourself!

You've eased the loss, soothed the pain

And tugged my laughter home again.

Yet, puppy, at times I almost start

When your eyes recall him to my heart;

You'll never lack for love, it's clear

Because of him, you're twice as dear.

 

(Author unknown)