| Greyhound Poems |
| Here are some wonderful poems written by some very talented greyhound lovers!! We thought they we fantastic and summed up what it was like to own a greyhound! We thought we'd share them with you (with the poets permission, of course!) If there are any more poets out there we would love to read your poems or thoughts and put them on the site for others to enjoy. Send them to sarahhorner@northwestrgt.com |
| The Noble Greyhound If you've ever owned a greyhound no other dog will do The vast rewards that lie in store are waiting just for you Affection comes from the bottom of the heart From the day he arrives 'til the day he departs Something special happens, he knows he's found a friend And the love that's lavished on you is with you 'til the end The days when he raced were so full of pride Not knowing then he'd be just cast aside You've helped a doomed creature whose use is no more And the life left behind him has shut like a door He cannot perform as he did in the past But a home and some kindness is now his at last He stands tall and noble, bright eyes check the scene From birth til death his life is tough, except for you in between When, if he's really lucky, a person just like you Will take him home and love him - well, what else can you do? By Carol |
| Greyhound Comfort There's nothing I like better than a run out in the car A cushion on the back seat is more comfortable by far Than pounding down the pavements and along the country lanes Energy is wasted when there's nothing to be gained I may be sleek and sporty but am lazy truth be known I'd rather lie back in my car and chew a tasty bone I can watch the other doggies from my vantage point within Safe in the knowledge - all is well - I'm going for a spin!! By Carol |
| Charlie |
| Ivor - well........ just being Ivor! |
| Maxie |
| Georgie the Greyhound It's hard to be a guard dog when I really want to laze But the building which I live in is nothing but a maze I protect and watch the old folk within these sainted walls If I wasn't here there'd sure to be more accidents and falls Everyone adores me - they save me little treats I have to be polite to them accepting cakes and meats Sometimes the food is out of date but not by very much I haven't come to any harm 'cos I smell before I touch! I'm included in the parties, the trips and all the fuss My contribution, without a doubt, is nothing but a must I've been known to blot my copy book when, out of my control I've spied a plate containing an abandoned sausage roll! I remember one occasion when we went to see the lights A coach containing pensioners whose spirits hit the heights We thundered up the motorway - for Blackpool we were bound The guest of honour in the back was Georgie - their Greyhound! The lives of all have been enhanced, of that I can be sure Not one to blow my trumpet but I could tell you more I know that I've been naughty but it adds spice to your life Something else to think about and thus forget your strife. By Carol |
| Basil contemplating what to get up to next with Charlie! |
| Murphy having a nap |
| Annie running on the beach |
| When a Dog Waits You've gone to the shops, I await your return Now what can I do with an hour to burn? I'll look through the window, survey my terrain There's a cat from next door, oh it's started to rain The bed looks inviting, I might take a nap The phone won't stop ringing - I'll have to stop that Where does this turn off, this infernal machine All a dog wants is to lie down and dream Sleep now eludes me, I'll have to change that It's back to the window, now where is that cat? He won't look so smug when I'm out and about What a run for his money as he dives up our spout I hear a car engine approach from the west In my efforts to greet you I land on my chest Smashed items around me - I hope you're not mad It's just that I've missed you, you're back - I'm so glad! By Carol |
| Maxie wondering just when this creature is going to move over and give him some more sofa space! |
| Little Molly - waiting! |
| A promise between friends I can't promise I'll be calm When all i want to do is play I can't promise I'll sit still When you ask for me to stay I can't promise i wont sulk When no is what you shout I can't promise I'll be patient When the biscuit tin comes out I can't promise that I'll always sleep When the stars shine up above Yet one thing I CAN promise you Is my forever love. By Kelly |
| Pip - a very special boy |
