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​Of creatures on the earth I've seen
None sporting more than balls have been.
They come in sizes fit to play
And pose themselves throughout the day.

They'll take the path that's planned by staff
And bound about with stifled laugh.
They roll and bounce and urge a chase
That's full of fun in every case.

When leaping high as if to flee,
Their legs are hid most cleverly.
When snatched from air in spinning flight,
They never yelp or squeal in fright.

I keep my favorite ball close by
Away from interlopers sly;
My paw stands guard alert to stop
Their wily plots to grab and swap.

—Shortfellow (aka Lord Zakwoof of Glenwoof)