Tigger

This year he turned ten years old,

his face now grey, much more difficult

to get up these days.

My steady companion since a tiny pup,

he helps me steady and gets me up.

Serving me is always on his mind.

Be it helping me walk steady or

giving hugs to others to be kind.

Seen me through some pretty tough times.

Lately though I’ve seen some signs.

His pace is slowing

his age is showing

and lately he’s been sleeping

much more all the while I feel I’m knowing

his days are numbered

as he chases after

imaginary rabbits in his slumber.

Yet this humble, gentle giant has been

my confidante and shadow hound

his entire life.

He is, and like all those who live to serve others,

will always be my

humble

HERO.

Tigger has been my service dog for ten years now.

Now it’s time to retire. I have a new puppy in training, a Harlequin GreatDane named “Snoopy” Tigger has his own comfy couch he relaxes on these days. :•D