Why do you keep me outside in the cold?

As I lay on the ground, I am just seven years old.

My whole body shivers, I can't feel my feet,

I just want to come inside and have something to eat.

 

Why am I always locked in this cage?

I feel so skinny, you can see my rib cage.

I have no room to move and my body aches,

I stay quiet and lay here as my whole body shakes.

 

Why do you hit me? I don't make a peep.

Sometimes I close my eyes and hope to fall asleep.

When you strike me I feel helpless and want to be free,

Why does this always happen to me?

 

Sometimes I wish you would show me some love,

Rather than give me a daily shove.

Sometimes I wish you would show me affection,

Rather than show me all of your rejection.

 

Why is it okay to lock me up day after day?

Someday I hope to get out and play.

Isn't there laws to take my pain away?

I want to be free, and I will continue to pray.

 

All that I want is for my voice to be heard,

And I hope someone will take me for my word.

Someday I hope for all animals to feel love,

And be able to get through the hurt, and rise above.