Dog Poems

Published: November 2017

Dog Poems - Poems About Man's Best Friend

Fun poems about dogs and poems about dog friendships. Dogs are known as man's best friend and these poems are about the connection between dogs and their owners.

20 Dog Poems - Poems About Man's Best Friend

  1. The Power Of The Dog

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    Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) had a special bond with his dogs. In this poem, he shares that a dog’s loyalty and devotion brings a man much joy, but a dog also has the power to break a man’s heart when its life comes to an end. There is a strong sense of structure with the varying repetition of, “Giving your heart to a dog to tear.”

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    There is sorrow enough in the natural way
    From men and women to fill our day;
    And when we are certain of sorrow in store,
    Why do we always arrange for more?

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    I know I will be moving through grieving for my lost buddy Nova when I can read this poem without choking up. I am not yet close to that, I just tried, which is natural. This poem is the...

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  2. A Dog Has Died

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    Anyone who has ever had and lost a pet will be able to relate to this poem by Pablo Neruda (1904-1973). When people pass away, a eulogy is usually shared at the funeral to talk very highly of that person and all that will be remembered. This poem could be considered a form of a eulogy but for a pet. The specific poetic form is called an elegy, which is a poem of reflection that can also show lament for someone who has passed away.

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    My dog has died.
    I buried him in the garden
    next to a rusted old machine.

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  4. Puppy And I

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    Looking for the perfect friend always ready to play? A puppy is the perfect playmate always ready to have fun!
    This poem by A.A. Milne, author of Winnie-the-Pooh, praises the qualities of the playful puppy.

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    I met a Man as I went walking:
    We got talking,
    Man and I.
    "Where are you going to, Man?" I said

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  5. The Ballad Of Rum

    A story based on a real dog who still watches over our yard in his own way.

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    A dog wandered into our garden one day,
    A friendly old mutt, didn't look like a stray.
    We never discovered whence he had come,
    But we brushed him and fed him and the kids called him Rum.

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    Oh my, Peter...in all the years that I have been reading about dogs, the poems, tales and stories always made me smile. Tonight though, reading your poem for the first time, something...

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  7. My Best Friend

    • By Abby Jenkins
    • Published by Family Friend Poems March 2011 with permission of the Author.

    My poem was written to describe the joy of my best friend. He, of course, is an animal, but sometimes that's best. Animals can't talk, but they listen. I have the greatest joy when I am with him.

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    Black and white
    Thick and furry
    Fast as the wind
    Always in a hurry

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    I've had many dogs in my life! Growing up as a little girl, I remember my father taking my younger sister and me to pick out our first dog. He was a terrier mix, and my father named him Spud...

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  8. Dogs Go To Heaven

    • By Megan Osburn
    • Published by Family Friend Poems March 2015 with permission of the Author.

    I am a huge pet lover. My 11-year-old Labrador Retriever inspired me to write this poem. He is the best friend anyone could ever ask for. We make every last minute count while we can.

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    You're the best friend I could ever ask for,
    The one I can talk to.
    You listen to everything I have to say;
    I'm really going to miss you.

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    I lost my best friend, my cute little dog, yesterday. This poem really touched my heart. I couldn't read this poem without tears in my eyes. This poem reminds me of all the good times I spent...

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  9. Our Imperfect Dog

    Our dog's misdemeanours and idiosyncrasies are what make her endearing.....well, maybe not all of the time.

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    We love our dog with all our hearts,
    But not so much her stinky farts.
    Her doggy breath is less than fresh,
    Yet we hug her nonetheless.

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    Hi Marybeth. What a cute story...he sounds adorable. It reminded me of our previous dog, also a lab, who was our resident present opener. She loved nothing more than tearing off wrapping...

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  10. Best Friend

    • By Justina M. Hoerner
    • Published by Family Friend Poems October 2007 with permission of the Author.

    A poem for friendship that lasts through the good and the bad.

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    Remember all the good times,
    Remember all the bad.
    You stuck with me through everything,
    The best friend I have had.

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    I ran over my best friend this week and I read this along with rainbow bridge and it helped me with my hurt. Reba was a beautiful loving beagle who had been mistreated and we tried hard to...

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  11. Lessons From Dogs

    My poem was inspired by an article I read in a magazine; featuring a six-year-old boy's explanation why dogs don't live as long as humans. Spoiler alert: It has nothing to do with biology; the real reason might surprise you...

    in Pet Friend Poems

    Have you ever wondered
    Why dogs don't live that long?
    It's because their souls are true
    And their love is strong.

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    I loved this poem because it is so true, dogs everyday bring us joy. They don't care where we've come from, if we are fat, or thin, what we look like. They love us. Dog is God spelled...

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  12. Note To Saint Peter

    • By Thomas J. Dunlop
    • Published by Family Friend Poems July 24, 2023 with permission of the Author.

    This is about a mans best friend. Every boy growing up in the 60's dreamed of having one . Unfortunately my family didn't have that opportunity. As a man I did. My dog lived to be 18 years old. This is a note to Saint Peter in memory of Tom's dog.

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    If you should see an old white dog
    Go limping past your door--
    Just an ornery looking, red eyed mutt
    With three legs, instead of four--

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  13. My Doggie And I

    My little poodle Ella came into my life a few months ago, when an elderly neighbor told me she had cancer and needed someone to take care of her dog. I offered to help and took Ella in, thinking it was temporary. Two weeks later our neighbor died suddenly in the hospital, and ever since then, Ella is a part of our family. It's amazing really how much friendship and unconditional love dogs give to their humans. I simply can't imagine life without her anymore!

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    My doggie makes me happy,
    I love her so much!
    My little furry friend;
    So soft to the touch.

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  14. Doggy Heaven

    • By Larry Huggins
    • Published by Family Friend Poems May 2014 with permission of the Author.

    A funny poem about dogs that might not be appreciated by cat-lovers.

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    All doggies go to heaven (or so I've been told).
    They run and play along the streets of gold.
    Why is heaven such a doggie-delight?
    Why, because there's not a single cat in sight!

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    It is nice. It describes humans as dogs, and obstacles, problems, etc. as cats (simply means heaven is peaceful).

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  15. For Binky

    • By Raymond Stewart
    • Published by Family Friend Poems May 2009 with permission of the Author.

    Today we had to give our beloved dog up for adoption. We tried every friend and family member, but we just couldn't keep her. It saddened us deeply.

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    Today we had to let you go.
    It broke our hearts in two.
    We had to leave you at that place,
    Alone and feeling blue.

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    I had a pet dog as a child. It was like a member of our family. She was very intelligent too. She left us a long time ago. Reading this poem brought back memories of the moment I shared with...

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  16. It's Just A Dog

    • By Sadie A. Gibbs
    • Published by Family Friend Poems August 2019 with permission of the Author.

    I am 16 and surrounded by ill health. My Mum, Dad and younger sister have different variations of difficulties. I've found things hard for a long time and turn to animals for happiness and support. My first dog whom is now 2 is my best friend and has helped me through so much. This is a short poem I made about her.

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    You may be a dog,
    But to me you're more.
    You're the light in my fog.
    You put up with our war,

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    It's a touching poem. It reveals how both young and old seek love in faithful animals as their necessity is not identified by the others at home or in society.

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  17. Best Birthday Ever!

    • By Zorian Alexis
    • Published by Family Friend Poems August 2019 with permission of the Author.

    This is an ABC poem about getting the perfect birthday gift after asking for it for many years.

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    "Amazing!" was all I could say
    Because I finally got my puppy today.
    Chocolate brown with soulful eyes,
    Definitely the perfect birthday surprise.

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  18. Are There Paw Prints In Heaven?

    • By Missy Davis
    • Published by Family Friend Poems January 2009 with permission of the Author.

    I am forever an animal lover, moreso a dog lover. This is a question many times I have heard asked by children, so as I may not be able to answer that question for certain, I did write a poem in hopes that children will enjoy the comfort in the possibility that maybe there will be animals in heaven.

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    I hear of a place that is made of gold,
    a place where we shall never grow old,
    but one answer I have not heard at all,
    will there be paw prints from my little dog?

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    It's so great! I'm going to use it for a poetry contest in school.

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  19. My Puppy Is A Handful

    • By Ann Davies
    • Published by Family Friend Poems May 2014 with permission of the Author.

    I had been suffering with depression for some time, so my children decided it would be a good idea to get me a puppy to cheer me up and help me relax. How naive we all were to think that having a puppy to care for would be relaxing. However, she definitely cheered me up.

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    My puppy is a handful,
    So full of energy.
    She jumps around to greet us
    And wags her tail with glee.

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  20. Yip-Yip-Woof!

    • By Kristin Frederick
    • Published by Family Friend Poems October 2011 with permission of the Author.

    I was looking through my old poetry book from 6th grade and I found this one. I remember writing it like it was just yesterday. I wrote it because I always wanted a Chihuahua and a Great Dane. It describes what having a Chihuahua would be like and what a Great Dane would be like. They are completely different dogs, and the differences are clearly shown. It shows how each dog acts and thinks about it.

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    Tiny Chihuahua,
    Humongous Great Dane.
    The difference between them
    Is really quite plain.

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  21. Pet Porta Potty

    This is a cute little poem I wrote for my children when they were young. I hope you enjoy!

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    I took a walk in the city today
    to try to pass the time away.
    Saw lots of people walking too.
    Stepped right in a pile of doggy doo.

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    Nice poem, very inspiring for kids. Thanks.

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  22. Where Do All The Good Dogs Go?

    • By Larry E. Myers
    • Published by Family Friend Poems November 2009 with permission of the Author.

    Do dogs have a soul and do they go to heaven? Many dog owners and lifelong friends would love to imagine their best friend spending eternity in a doggy heaven.

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    It wasn’t the end of the world when she up and died,
    But I admit I had to talk a tear from sloshing over the side.
    The crow quit calling her names over his drifting shadow.
    Does anyone know where all the good dogs go?

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