He was never given the chance,
to really prove himself.
He was abused and attacked,
beyond a point of help.
It took me all day,
to get him on my float.
After what I’d witnessed,
I WAS taking him home.
He shied away from humans;
Instinctively he’d run.
I tried my best to save him;
to undo what they’d done.
I never tried to break him,
I let him warm to me.
I never forced myself upon him;
I’d forever wait patiently.
We progressed in baby steps,
building up his trust.
Now he follows me everywhere,
something I just love.
I’ve realized just lately,
that I saved his life.
I gave him a fighting chance.
to put the past behind.
We ride all the time.
He has a knack for jumping.
He’s incredibly intelligent,
and very, very loving.
He is just so beautiful.
He has come a long way.
I will be forever thankful,
that I saved him that day.
A contest entry
- Animal Friends by Himitsu.
550 points, ended May 30, 24 entries
Bronze trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Animal Poems- For Poets with 50 or Fewer Trophies by Mercury Rising.
1000 points, ended June 4, 12 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - pif/round contest part one - prewrite's by serenity silvermoon.
800 points, ended July 10, 566 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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A very touching account and a lovely poem. Best of luck, and thanks for entering my contest.


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Thankyou so much. Great contest. Thanks for the HM.
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What a touching story. I am overjoyed you chose to save him. Also, I applaud the method you chose in forming a bond. Actually, your poem reminds me of White Fang. If you have not read it, I recommend it. A dog gets a variety of owners and some are significantly better than others. But getting back on topic, thank you very much for your entry.
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Thankyou so much
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Welcome to AllPoetry!
This is such a beautiful poem! I really love the way it is so caring and lovely - it tells a great story
I love the way that you have expressed yourself here
welcome to the site, I hope that you enjoy your time here at AllPoetry!

Polly
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WHAT A WONDERFULL TRIBUTE
very heartfelt,,, the simple short lines worked well here,,, thanks for sharing your talent,,, and welcome to ALLPOETRY

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