Poem for a canine best friend

Lobo, My Best Friend

It was love at first sight

when you first came to light

A little handful of silver grey

Not the color we had hoped for

But more beautiful in your own way

Raising you was a joy, not a chore

So full of courage and heedless of flight

Never backed down when you felt you were right

Fearless of man or whatever you meet

Only God's thunder could make you retreat

Always ready for any adventure

No distance too great, no distraction could lure

Defender of family and home you were,

Ever vigilant, confident and sure

A watchdog, hunter and faithful companion

Always ready to cheer, and show your compassion

You were taken from us too soon, faithful friend,

My love for you will never be at an end,

So Lobo have fun chasing rabbits and play,

We'll be together again, I promise, some day.