Dog Songs: Poems
You never really see the world the same way after you’ve loved a dog.
There’s a gentleness to their presence, a quiet joy in their eyes and in these luminous poems, Mary Oliver reminds you what it means to move through life with that kind of open-hearted trust.
Dog Songs is a collection that celebrates the small miracles of companionship: the wag of a tail, the warm weight of a sleeping dog, the unspoken devotion that doesn’t need words. Drawing on years spent in the company of dogs, on beaches, in meadows, along winding paths, Oliver paints them as both friends and teachers. Her voice is tender yet unsentimental, her observations rich with detail and a deep awareness of the fleeting beauty of everyday life.
📗 In The Mood For…
Feeling Grounded
A calm, comforting read that invites you to pay attention to what matters most.
✅ Offers a sense of peace through tender, nature-centered imagery
✅ Celebrates the gentle rhythm of walks, naps, and everyday joys
Reconnecting with My Soul
These poems soothe like a warm breeze.
✅ Nurtures gratitude for simple pleasures and sacred bonds
✅ Stirs a quiet awe for the devotion and trust animals show us
📘 Stories About…
Nature & the Wild
Dogs live in their bodies and in the present. Oliver celebrates that wild authenticity.
✅ Honors the intuitive wisdom and playfulness animals bring into our days
✅ Draws strength and inspiration from the natural world
Joy & Wonder
This is poetry alive with small delights.
✅ Highlights the lightness of heart that comes from paying attention
✅ Encourages readers to embrace awe as a daily practice