I Pity Poor Jenny Poem by Francis Duggan

I pity poor Jenny who grieves for her pet
Her happy times with him she will never forget
Her black labrador Doogie had known a better day
Though sorrowful tears she has shed for her loyal friend passed away
In his prime quite a beautiful dog to behold
He had turned fourteen for a labrador that is old
He did not suffer prolonged pain since he died suddenly
Still her dog to Jenny he was family
It is true what is said of a canine friend
That for love and loyalty and friendship on him or her one can depend
Your dog's love for you is unconditional and it does seem fair to say
When others forsake you he or she as your friend stay
Labradors are quite loyal dogs to give them their due
And to his end old Doogie to Jenny remained true
Respect to his memory in tears she does pay
In the yard of her home his last remains lay