The Bond Between Humans & Pets

This poem is dedicated to my deceased Dalmatian, & to anyone who has ever loved & lost a pet. Dakota was my dog for 9 years, and he past away last December. I wanted to honor him in all that I do, so I wrote this for him. It's really lame but I just needed to put my emotions somewhat into words. RIP Kota Boyyy...I miss you everyday. <3

Broken to the world I was forever alone,
I never felt love - nor was it shown.
Constantly on edge I was dreading life,
I couldn't keep up under the strife.

Then I met you one day long ago,
There was a match that instantly showed.
You were perfect for me in every way,
That's why I had adopted you that day.

And before long you became my best friend,
I spent time with you and hours on end.
Each day we grew closer - rarely apart,
I'll be the first to admit..you stole my heart.

You made me smile - even when I would cry,
Through the good & the bad you were at my side.
You filled up a space that I never noticed was bare,
It's just part of the bond you & I shared.

I loved you my friend - more than anyone else,
For once in my life I was not by myself.
Not just a dog - you were my other piece,
For the moment I met you my sadness ceased.

The walks that we took-the games that we'd play,
You brightened my world..each & every single day.
When I looked into your eyes I could see your soul,
It wasn't hard to understand how you made me whole.

You are gone now and I can barely survive,
My days are depressing and each night I cry.
Nine years was too quick-for you to come & go,
I miss you so much-I just hope that you know.

Thank you my friend for all that you gave,
I'll carry our memories right to my grave,
How much you meant to me - I can not distress,
You weren't just a dog, I loved you best.

You may be gone now but I'll see you again,
One day I'll pass the gate & meet you in heaven.
The bond between humans & pets is sent from above,
It'll never break for it's unconditional love...