I thought I was akin to you

Just another member and friend

I play, I run, I'm noisy and fun

So why do they treat me like I'm dumb

I'm only doing what they do

I find the table, counter and couch comforting too

We all enjoy a little food

I see you sharing water and toys

I only humped the legs of boys

I know you're outside the closet

I bark so you remember I'm here

I'm hungry and thirsty now

My waste litters the floor

And still you ignore the door

I miss your once gentle hands

I try to bite the new pair that hits and kicks

Still I'll take the attention I can get

For my thoughts are simple to you

And I'd rather not dispute.