Strange Dogs

The Secret Language of Dogs

Summer Canines

Pity our heavily-furred friends on hot summer days

as they swelter in their skins. Coats built to endure

harsh winters to conserve warmth, not the rain 

parched climates of former and future deserts. 

When good Dogs die like Men.

Night of the Dogs

The dogs are barking outside

and no one is sleeping.

The dull roar

of the planes overhead

softens their barks

for only a moment.

Their agitated

conversation continues

with no end.