1. Paradox
I wonder why no human ever seems to catch on
The things that aren't forbidden are no fun to scratch on.
2. One of Nine Million Reasons Why Cats Are Superior to Dogs
The next time you put on your waterproof togs
And venture outside while it rains cats and dogs,
Ask which you'd rather have land on your noodle:
A cute little cat or a ninety-pound poodle?
3. A Matter of Perspective
I know dead mice aren't very nice
When dropped right at your feet;
You no doubt wish you could entice
Your cat to be discreet.
But as you view the things I slew,
Just think what luck you've got:
Your basement's free of caribou,
And I'm no ocelot.
From the book: Poetry for Cats : The Definitive Anthology
of Distinguished Feline Verse by Henry Beard