We Are the Loved Ones

We are the loved ones.
What little fur we have left is dingy,
We're lopsided,
Sometimes smelly,
Utterly homely,
And our patches have patches.

But you don't see that...
In your eyes
We're your friend,
Keeper of secrets,
Number one supporter,
And worthy of affection.

Admit it.
You love us...
If you didn't,
Then we'd look perfect...
Watching your life from afar,
And wishing we were the loved ones.