Isabella meets Rocky!

Isabella has to learn the ropes
She finds dogs scary but one hopes
When friends with pets come round for tea
She'll accept their bonhommie.

This poodle cross is cute and small
And not frightening at all
He poses, peaceful, by her side
No need, she feels, to run and hide.

His name is Rocky; (did I say?)
It's early days, they don't yet play;
He senses this and tries to please
A bridge is crossed - she feels at ease.

Pooch shares with her the pink divan
Soon, Isabella feels she can
Stretch out and touch his curly coat;
Her cousins look on and take note!

It takes a while to conquer fear
But at least with Rocky near
She is learning one-on-one
That a dog-pal can be fun!

(c) Poet in the woods 2020