Brown eyes that
Looked so deeply
See no more
Fluffy tail that
Told tales of
Excitement and
Expressions that
Looked with such
Understanding –
Intelligence for
All to see with
Cocked head
Paws that seemed
To dance on air
And ran with
Wild abandon
Like a horse at
Full cant
Happy to “Go see”
Or walk slowly –
Tail held high
A friend who knew
All secrets yet had
None of his own
A nose that
Sniffed with
Delight and
Tongue that
Created a smile
Or gentle kiss
Not a cry nor
Whimper as
Life ebbed away
Goodbye my friend
Your passing hurts
Beyond my tears