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“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than you love yourself.” — Josh Billings
When dogs enter a family, they develop close relationships with everyone in the house. They often become children’s playmates. Children start treating dogs as siblings and spend time feeding, bathing, and playing with them. If your children share a close bond with their dogs, you should encourage them to write a poem and dedicate it to them. This exercise may also help children to become sensitive toward all living beings. In the process, they may also become acquainted with a wide range of dog breeds, such as Golden Retrievers, Labradors, Terriers, Chihuahuas, Basset Hounds, Poodles, German Shepherds, and many others.
Keep reading if you are unsure how to help your child write a poem for dogs.
10 Dog Poems For Kids
Here is a collection of funny, cute, heartwarming, and educational dog poems that cater to different emotions and help children learn valuable lessons.
1. French Doodles
If you go to Paris, you must take a scoop
and watch where you step so you won’t step in poop.
There are dogs on the sidewalks, the side streets, and more;
dogs at the bakeshop and grocery store.
There are dogs in the cafes, asleep by the tables,
and happy dogs pictured on grocery labels.
There are dogs in the bookshops, and dogs in the park,
dogs in the daytime, and dogs in the dark;
dogs getting ice cream and eating French bread,
(not like my dog who eats dog food instead.)
So if you go to Paris and like dogs an oodle,
then have a good time, but watch out for the doodle!
– Denise Rodgers
2. My Dog Likes to Disco
My dog likes to disco
on TikTok for fun.
He’d rather start dancing
than go for a run.
My dog likes to wiggle
and jiggle and jump.
He bobbles his noggin
and wriggles his rump.
And when he’s done dancing,
this doggy of mine
will pick up his cell phone
and post it online.
He puts up a video
once every day
so people can watch
as he wiggles away.
He started on TikTok
for something to do,
and now he’s on YouTube
and Instagram too.
He’s trending on Twitter
and Facebook as well.
I guess that I should have
been able to tell.
You see when I rescued
my dog from the pound,
the sign said, “Purebred
social media hound.”
— Kenn Nesbitt
Trivia3. A Dog For All Seasons
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Some like San Diego,
where the weather’s always great.
I prefer the seasons
that we have near our Great Lakes.
In winter, when I walk my dog,
it’s freezing, but we go.
He sticks his head in snowbanks,
and his facelifts up the snow.
When spring is here, the leaves sprout forth.
My dog is such a pain.
He dashes out and tromps into
the puddles in the rain.
The summer’s warm and humid,
and the sun shines hot and bright.
I take my dog out, walking
in the coolness of the night.
When autumn comes, we really like
the brisk October breeze.
We crunch the leaves together
as they float down from the trees.
Some, like San Diego,
say it has the perfect weather.
But we prefer four seasons,
that’s my dog and I together!
– Denise Rodgers
4. The Story Of Nibbly McNibbleson
Nibbly McNibbleson was the dog nibbling queen.
She’d nibble everything when she couldn’t be seen.
She nibbled her legs, and she nibbled her paws.
She nibbled so much; her poor body was raw.
Then, she nibbled her blanket the whole of the day,
to the point where she’d nibbled the blanket away.
One day, she tired of nibbling her bed,
and decided she’d try doing licking instead.
So, she licked all the mirrors, the tables, and chairs.
Then, she licked all the rugs and the carpeted stairs.
Her licking won a place in the dog Hall of Fame,
and so Licky McLickerson became her new name.
– Unknown
Point to consider5. 99 Dogs
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I saw two people heading off for a walk
with 99 dogs in a pack.
So, I asked them why they had so many dogs,
and they thought for a while and said back,
“We’ve tried having different numbers of dogs:
from a lot to hardly any.
The lesson we’ve learned is 98’s not enough
but 100 dogs is too many.”
– Unknown
6. Tribute to a Best Friend
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Sunlight streams through window pane onto a spot on the floor…
then I remember,
it’s where you used to lie, but now you are no more.
Our feet walk down a hall of carpet, and muted echoes sound…
then I remember,
it’s where your paws would joyously abound.
A voice is heard along the road, and up beyond the hill,
then I remember,
it can’t be yours — your golden voice is still.
But I’ll take that vacant spot of floor and empty muted hall,
and lay them with the absent voice and unused dish along the wall.
I’ll wrap these treasured memories in a blanket of my love,
and keep them for my best friend until we meet above.
– Unknown
7. My Dog
My family got a new dog.
Its fur is short and white.
I absolutely love him,
but something is not right.
His ears are soft and long
and flop along the side.
His tail is quite short
But also very wide.
He’s positively quiet.
He never makes a sound.
He’s got a real cute jump
when I put him on the ground.
I’m sure when he grows up.
He’ll be massively strong.
His favorite food’s carrots
He eats them all day long!
– Steve Hanson
8. Unsatisfied Yearning
Down in the silent hallway
Scampers the dog about,
And whines, and barks, and scratches,
In order to get out.
Once in the glittering starlight.
He straightway doth begin.
To set up a doleful howling.
In order to get in.
– R.K. Munkittrick
9. My Dog Glory
My dog Glory is oh, so nice
She has sugar and a little spice.
Whenever I see her
it brightens my day,
The clouds in the sky go away
She would never hurt anyone.
She would never bite,
She is my love
My one delight.
If anything happened to her, I would cry,
I probably would die.
I love her so much
And she loves me,
If you saw us together
you would drop to your knees.
That is the poem that cheers me up,
It helps me when things are tough.
She is the one I kiss good night
We would never get in a fight
I love my dog more than anything in the entire world! She rocks!
– Ashley
10. Monroe
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My loving puppy, Monroe,
is a snowball falling from the sky.
Monroe, a living puffball
running across the field.
As I listen to my canine pup
I hear a kettle ready on the stove.
When I feel Monroe
I love the wetness of his tongue.
Monroe, like a comforter blanket at night,
Monroe, like a pillow after a 20-mile run,
The smell of him is a bath in the sink,
Monroe, outside on a warm summer day,
Monroe, like fresh snow straight from the ground,
My puppy can be tasted even from far away,
Monroe, fresh brown sugar straight from the store,
Monroe, my lifelong dream come true!
– Allie
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advice can I give to parents who are looking for dog poems for their children?
Parents need to consider factors, such as the age-appropriateness and length of the poem, the complexity of words, and the relatability of the poems to the child’s experiences (such as playing fetch). In addition, they need to consider the style of poetry, the way it is read to the child, and the frequency with which it is recited to give them a holistic poetry experience.
2. How can dog poems help children in their development?
Reading and writing dog poems can help enhance children’s language skills, spark imagination, and foster empathy. These short poems help children expand their vocabulary, learn rhythm and rhyme, and express their emotions creatively. They also help kids become more aware of their pets’ behaviors and needs.
3. What are some tips for writing dog poems for children?
Determine the age of the audience and their linguistic fluency. Incorporate aspects of humor, dog traits, and human values or morals. Use descriptive language and storytelling within the flow of the poem. Keep in mind that these should go within the flow of the poem and rhyme as needed.
4. How can dog poems for children be used to educate them about responsible pet ownership?
Dog poems highlighting the relationship between the dog and its owner can help children understand how to treat their pets. Discussing the poems and taking their input can help explain the responsibilities of owning a pet. Moreover, reciting dog poems and doing related activities like creating illustrations depicting them also help children understand the duties of a responsible pet owner.
5. What are some common themes in dog poems for children?
Dog poems for children often explore love for pets, the endearing way in which they act, their playfulness, and their ability to serve as comforting companions. The poems also include themes such as responsibility, care, and friendship.
6. What literary devices are used in dog poems for children
Alliteration, consonance, and imagery are major literary devices used in dog poems. Rhyming poems for kids are also usually a great hit. These devices emphasize different feelings or emotions and help the reader perceive the poet’s motions through descriptive details. In addition, they set the tone and the mood of the poem.
Children share a great relationship with their dogs. Dogs often become their best friends and give them company in everything they do. Dog poems for kids honor and celebrate the beautiful bond between them, often called the “puppy love.” Poems about animals for kids, especially dogs, will help them become sensitive toward animals and deepen their bonds with their pets. So, read My Best Friend, French Doodles, A Dog For All Seasons, and many more poems that appreciate dogs. Let your children get inspired and dedicate one of their favorite poems to their dog.
Infographic: Quotes About Dogs
“A dog is a man’s best friend” is a commonly used phrase that rightly explains the relationship human beings share with their dogs. There are several other quotes to convey those feelings as well. So, we have prepared this infographic with a list of quotes about dogs and the beautiful relationship they share with human beings. Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Key Pointers
- A dog is often seen as a man’s best friend.
- Poems about dogs celebrate the age-old bond between humans and dogs.
- They come in various genres, from funny to heartfelt.
- Parents can introduce these poems to their children before bringing home a new pet.
- These poems help children express their love for their pets in a unique way.
Illustration: Short And Funny Poems About Dogs For Kids
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A dog is a man’s best friend. They love you unconditionally and always make you smile, no matter what mood you are in. Dedicate this beautiful poem to the furry friends who have made life easier.
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