The Scottie

There’s no dog quite like a Scottie:

both grave and just a touch dotty.

Obedience is not their long suit:

for orders they don’t give a hoot;

and cock their heads to ask a question

if they’re not sure of our suggestion.

Thick in the trunk and short at knee,

they’re quicker than they seem to be:

and many varmints being chased

soon would regret their lack of haste.

Scotties bear their tails alert,

are nothing if not rather pert,

and though too small to do much harm,

as guards they will sound the alarm.

Some seem sad but others cheerful:

Most are brave and few are fearful,

but always can this dog beguile

the saddest friend into a smile!