I love my little degus
so tiny, sweet and brown
their big black eyes so loving
and their fur the softest down
I love my little degus
when they softly start to sing
and climbing on their tubes and logs
and on their parrot swing
I love my little degus
warbling softly all day long
They sweetly groom each other
while they sing their degu song
I love my little degus
With their fluffy little tail
I love to see them jumping high
as through the air they sail
I love my little degus
When they spring across the floor
I love it when they try to scare
the dog who's at the door!
I love my little degus
when they eat, they really guzzle
I love it when I call to them
And they will come to nuzzle
I love my little degus
who are sweet as sweet can be
I love to give them peanuts
which they take so tenderly
I love my little degus
who can make a bed so fast
with shredded paper, kitchen towels
and straw and hay and grass
I love my little degus
who just watch the world go by
and take an interest in all things
And give all things a try
I love my little degus
with their tiny dainty feet
I love they way they sit right back
to hold and eat their treat
I love my little degus
and their funny little noise
The way they chase each other
And the way they play with toys
I love my little degus
I know they meant no harm
They had a fright and took a chunk
from my finger and my arm!
I love my little degus
My love of them will linger
But I might not love them quite so much
If I have to lose this finger!
I love my little degus
Love them all with all my might
But all this loving might just fade
should I get another bite!
I love my little degus
who look like little loves
I wonder if they'll come to me
If I start wearing gloves?
I love my little degus
who obviously love me
I wonder if I tasted good
When they had me for tea?
So although I love my degus
I just really want to say
When they are having grumpy time
Keep both your hands away
And if you love your degus
And think that they are fab
Remain aware of blade sharp teeth
Or you will need a jab!
So much as I love degus
and know that they love me
I think I'll be more careful
when I play the referee!