COMPANION SERVICE DOG
Trust in me my friend, for I am your comrade.
I will protect you with my last breath.
When all others have left you
And the loneliness of night closes in; I will be at your side.
Together we will conquer all obstacles.
All I ask of you is compassion,
The caring touch of your hands.
It is for you that I will unselfishly give my life
And spend my nights unrested.
Although our days together may be marked
By the passing of the seasons.
Know that each day by your side is my reward.
My days of service are measured by the calling of your voice.
I anticipate it at the opening of the door.
You are the voice of caring when I am ill.
The voice of authority when I have done wrong.
Do not chastise me unduly for I am your right arm,
The sword at your side.
I attempt to do only what you bid of me.
I seek only to please you and remain in your favor.
I will quietly listen to you and pass no judgment,
Nor will your spoken words be repeated.
I will remain ever silent, ever vigilant, ever loyal.
Together you and I shall experience a bond
Only others like us will understand.
For I am your companion, and you are not only my master,
But my best friend.
And when it is time for us to part, I will always be in your heart.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow.
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
Remember me with kind thoughts and tales.