The Dogs of Vlora
Are not the dogs of war
The Dogs of Vlora
are the dogs
of peace and tranquility
Mostly they are Buddhist
but some claim
no creed or sect
The Dogs of Vlora
do not beg, whine or whimper
They humbly accept
the refuse of the world
for sustenance
By day they rest
in silent meditation
for all to see
By night they sing
the sacred names
for all to hear
The Dogs of Vlora
are not the dogs of war