Sleeping Dogs

There's nothing more peaceful
about a dog than the sleeping state.

Sometimes, when I'm looking
at a sleeping dog, I think
that dogs are best when
they're sleeping.

I know that's not very kind,
and really, dogs are very charming,
but they never look better
than when they're asleep.

They seem to reach
their most noble state.

It's also cute
to hear them snore,
or to see them squirm,
and to speculate
as to the cause.

Is it some happy dream,
so lovely treat,
or perhaps a fitful hunting?

I don't like the barking,
but as to the running,
I think that's second best.

I don't care to think of dogs
as our guardians - why the hell
make them our best friend
and bodyguard at the same time?

No, they're too friendly,
and far too kindly,
in a sweet and restful
repose.