The Symbolism of Dogs
A dog is a symbol of unconditional love
It is not cunning like the fox
or choosy and standoffish like a cat
Nor is it unpredictable and dangerous like a wolf
Even though it can be as beautiful as a wolf
It is faithful and loyal
It is always pleased to see us
It defends us from attack
It can help us in our work
and sometimes it is brighter than we are in understanding people and recognising danger
It enchants us when we play together
It is tolerant of our mistakes
It laughs at our human weaknesses
Its companionship can help the lonely
Its presence can help heal the sick
and its affection can comfort the grief stricken
It gives love, even when it doesn’t receive it
It is the closest to Divine Love we are likely to ever experience
A dog thus represents the ‘Christ’ within us all our Immortal soul, our Higher spirit, our Atman
And it is why poets say we are chased by the Hound of love
I fled Him, down the nights and down the days;
I fled Him, down the arches of the years;
I fled Him, down the labyrinthine ways
Of my own mind, and in the mist of tears
I hid from Him, and under running laughter
Up vistaed hopes I sped; And shot precipitated
A down Titanic glooms of chasmed fears
From those strong Feet that followed, followed after
And with unhurrying chase, And unperterbed pace
Deliberate speed, majestic instancy
They beat and a Voice beat More instant than the Feet
‘All things betray thee, who betrayest me’
Numerous constellations celebrate the dog’s symbolism,
and all are chasing across the sky trying to find you
Canis Major
Canis Minor
Canes Venatici
The ‘Dog Star’ Sirius is the brightest star visible from any part of Earth
And when they die, when you lose Divine Love ,
the grief is beyond description
Rest in peace, Muffin
You were our soulmate and best friend
You gave us unconditional love and devotion
It was a privilege to share your life
You were such a happy, caring and loving dog.
We will meet again, all our love
Born October 22nd 2008 : Died March 27th 2020
11 ½ wonderful years