constructing poetry

Wanted:

a companion
to keep my sweetheart company
while I’m away
one long eternity of a week.
must have a waggly tail
and give slobbery kisses
and be willing to bark
in an incessant frenzy
when potential harm is determined
(from robbers or mailmen or
elephants on the television
or repairmen or
people walking peacefully by
on the other side of the street).
must not be of the feline persuasion.
my sweetheart is allergic to purring.

line count: 16

How Much Is that Doggie in the Window  

Prompt ▼

Prompt for: Feb 24 (Fyn/Ren)
Subject or Theme: Year of the Dog-- Google 'dog songs' and write a dog poem based upon the song you choose. Put a link to the song below your poem.
Word(s) to Include: purr, elephant, frenzy, determine, and a unit of time --ie; second, minute, eon (for example). (or any derivatives of these words)
Forbidden Word(s): dog, puppy, canine, (except for in the title of dog song) friend, tricks (or any derivatives of these words)
Additional Parameters: At least 16 lines.
Remember, do not use forbidden words ANYWHERE, including title or the brief description.