A dog is called a man’s best friend for a reason. They are the embodiment of unconditional love and a source of entertainment. Their paws leave an indelible mark on our hearts. Our existence is sprinkled with moments of joy that our dogs bring when life is sometimes a bit too much to handle. In all the complicatedness the world brings, dogs can give a sense of simplicity. They show us what is important: to love without judgment and appreciate the little things in life. They can silence all the noise by just being there with you. And the beauty of this all? They aren’t even aware of their importance.
Whether your pet was with you for a long time or had a short stay, it’s always too soon for them to go. Losing a best friend is difficult and leaves a certain emptiness behind. But they will always be with you in your mind. When words seem unable to express the grief, pet loss poetry can help fill the void. The following poems are written to help you cope with this loss. Hold the memories of your dog close as you read the words below. Look inside your soul and you’ll see, that’s where they will always be.
1. Missing Your Presence
Who knew a soulmate
Could be wrapped in fur
You were truly a best friend to me
I will miss you in the morning
Being the first that I’d see
I will miss our long walks
And our daily talks
Although I was the one yapping away
By my side is where you’d always stay
With my hand patting your head
It felt like you could hear every word I said
I will miss everything about you
How you would jump up against me
And suddenly you were so tall
Or your excited eyes waiting to catch the ball
I will miss this and everything in between
I hope you somehow knew
You were truly my all
2. The Love Between Two Beings
You loved me without words
You hugged me without arms
You were there without it having to be earned
As long as by the end of the day I returned
You waited for me behind the door
Always happy to see me
As if I was someone you’d always adore
A bit of attention is all you ever asked for
And I’d gladly give you my affection
We had such a strong connection
And having you by my side
Always gave me a sense of protection
In you I could always confide
Lying next to me is how you replied
My hands petting your fur
In our own little bubble we were
Your cuddles were always the best
But now you reached a state of eternal rest
Not having you around anymore
Will definitely leave a scar
And I don’t know where you are
But I will forever love you from afar
3. My Source of Solace
From puppy dog eyes
To looking at me so wise
You could sense whenever I was upset
And what I’ll never forget
Is how you comforted me with your presence
Your little snout always reassuring
It would get me over whatever I was enduring
Watching your tail wag away
Would get me through any bad day
I could always count on you being there
Whatever sadness I had, you would repair
It’s amazing an animal has the ability
To provide us with a state of tranquility
You could always calm me down
And not having you around
Will be difficult to get used to
You were with me when you were small
And I watched with joy as you grew
I loved you through it all
And love you, I always will
4. A Void Left Behind
A house feeling empty
Now that you’re gone
No more barks filling up the room
Or watching you being cute as you yawn
It was a delight to have you in our lives
And in our memories, you will live on
5. Expression of Affection
We didn’t speak the same language
But your ears would go up
Every time I said your name
And with your departure
Life will never again be the same
If I could bring you back I would
And all the times I said I loved you
I hope you understood
Summary
This collection of poems is about how to deal with the loss of your beloved dog. The bond between people and their dogs is strong beyond belief. Like every person, every dog has their own personality too. This makes the connection between owners and their pets unique and special. Each of these poems describes the different feelings that can arise when having to deal with losing a precious member of your family. Hopefully they bring a bit of comfort in these difficult times.