 I rescued a human today
I rescued a human today.
Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering
Apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew
I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she
Wouldn't be afraid.
As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view
From a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn't want
Her to know that I hadn't been walked today. Sometimes the shelter
Keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them.
As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about
My past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make
A difference in someone's life. She got down on her knees and made
Little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head
Up against the bars to comfort her.
Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for
Companionship. A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to
Assure her that all would be well.
Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I
Instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe. I
Would promise to always be by her side. I would promise to do
Everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her
Eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor. So many
More are out there who haven't walked the corridors. So many more to
Be saved. At least I could save one.
I rescued a human today! |