A Pet's Prayer
Also known as A Dog's Prayer
author unknown
Treat me kindly, my beloved master, for no heart in the world is
more grateful for kindness than mine. Do not break my spirit with
a stick, for although I should lick your hand between blows,
your patience and understanding will teach me more quickly the
things you would have me do.
Speak to me often, for your voices are the world’s sweetest music,
as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when I hear your
step. When the weather is cold and wet please take me inside for
I am a domesticated animal, no longer used to bitter elements,
and I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sitting at your
feet.
Keep my pan filled with fresh water, for although I should not
reproach you were it dry, I cannot tell you when I suffer thirst.
Feed me clean food so that I may stay well, to romp and play and
do your bidding, to walk by your side standing ready to protect
you with my life should your life be in danger.
And master, when I am very old and the Greatest Master sees fit
to deprive me of my health and sight, do not turn me away, rather,
see that my trusting life is gently taken away and I shall leave
you knowing with the last breath I draw, my fate was always safest
in your hands.
Amen.
*Author Unknown*
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