Paws

Oh the pitter
Pattern of little
Paws across my
Ceiling as the dogs
Upstairs thrill to fetch
Return then drop the
Heavy rubber bone
From the back of
The couch onto
The tile floor
I have to
Smile
Each time
Missing Rosie
The red dog as
She tears around
Corners over furniture
Chasing or chased by
Her playmate Buck
The black dog an
Event I miss but
Harley and
Gunnar
Delight me
With unique
Barks for each
Dog and walker
That go by but best
When their alpha
Pack female or
Male returns
A canine
Alert
Letting me
Smile each time
Fonder of doggies.