Dogs like to bark.
They like it best after dark.
They not only frighten prowlers away
But also hold the sandman at bay.

A dog that is indoors
To be let out implores.
You let him out and what then?
He wants back in again.

Dogs display reluctance and wrath
If you try to give them a bath.
They bury bones in hideaways
And half the time they trot sideaways.

They cheer up people who are frowning.
And rescue people who are drowning.
They also track mud on beds.
And chew people's clothes to shreds.

Dogs in the country have fun.
They run and run and run.
Buit in the city this species
Is dragged around on leashes.