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Hear Our
Voice
We as animals
cannot speak
In the same
language as you
So our voice may
go unheard
By folks unwilling
to let it through
For those of us
living in the wild
Our lands
disappear with change
Please don't
punish us for seeking
Out homes on a
different range
We also ask that
you try your best
To care for the
land we call home
So we can remain
safe from harm
In the only place
we have to roam
On the other side
of the spectrum
Many of us seek a
home with you
To give our love
unconditionally
Your companions
loyal and true
We outnumber the
safe places
Leaving many to
live on the street
Dependent upon the
compassionate
To give us shelter
and food to eat
What we ask with a
unified voice
Is to be shown
kindness and respect
For you to take on
the responsibility
That comes with
your human intellect
November 2003
by Lisa Jo Ewert
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