We got you from the shelter
Lady was your name
We added on another word
'Ladybird' you then became

We didn't know too much of you
Just that you were neglected
Short, fat, filth fur, long nails, brown teeth,
Your breath! It was just wretched!

We took you to the beach that day
To help work off some fat
Your little legs gave up on you
Half way through you simply sat

We've learned so much about you now
You've been with us many years
You 'smile' when you get told off
And flatten back your ears

You are the sweetest dog I know
You're love just overwhelms
But you sometimes get incontinent
By God, it really smells!

We see that you are getting old
Sometimes you trip and fall
But the puppy in you still come out
Each time we get your ball

You really are a sweetie, cutie,
Lovely gorgeous pet
And we hope you're still here, Ladybird
For another few years yet.

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