Rx: “Canis Lupus Familiaris”

Prescription: “Canis lupus familiaris” – Take one large dog, keep it with you all day, sleep with it at night, and call me in the morning.”

By F. Thomas Crowley, Jr.

He really didn’t need a dog. His life was full, alone

But this time it was different

As he took the big boy home.

At first, they stared in wonder

“Who are you?” “Why am I here?”

He wondered if it was a mistake

But, soon, it became quite clear.

They each needed someone, closer. Yet neither could ever choose.

One, the larger, lacking speech

The other, seeking a muse.

Now both are happy joined

At hip, in car, in bed.

No words need be spoken

Just a touch on a velvet head.

Things change as time and laws evolve

Most dogs are not always welcome. The separation hurt them both Lonelier than before and then some.

He had to leave the big boy home As he pursued career. Depression grew in both of them Concern grew into fear.

He went to see the Doctor. He brought the dog along. He never needed help before, He just knew something’s wrong.

The Doctor looked at Jonathan Then, down at the hound. He had never seen a sadder case He put his stethoscope down.

“I see the problem clearly” The Doctor said with heart. You two must be together Both fail when kept apart.

He then picked up prescription pad And wrote a single line: “Take this dog with you everywhere.” You both will be just fine!