Rusty Poem by Ima Ryma

I had to say goodbye today
To Rusty, my red Labrador,
Hardest decision that did weigh
So heavy, I never hurt more.
But the cancer was spreading fast
In Rusty, though he tried to show
Me love that would forever last.
Down deep both he and I did know
That he would need to leave my side.
Doc came and gave Rusty a shot.
I held him close as Rusty died.
All I could do was cry a lot.

Wherever I happen to be,
There is Rusty still beside me.