I saw you on the sidewalk, no collar, no name
Just a tail that wagged like sunshine through the rain
You looked at me like you already knew
That my heart had a space made just for you

I said, “Just one night, ’til I find where you belong”
But your sleepy sigh told me I was wrong

One night turned into always
A couch, a leash, and long highway days
You healed something broken I didn’t know I had
With muddy paws and eyes that never ask
You weren’t just a stray, you were sent my way
Now this house is your own
One night turned into home

Now you guard the house like a knight so proud
You chase dreams in your sleep and bark out loud
Every scar you had slowly faded
With each belly rub and every game we played

You taught me love doesn’t knock, it just walks right in
On four tired feet and a trusting grin

One night turned into always
A bowl by the door and soft Sunday lays
You brought a peace I didn’t know I missed
With every nudge and every sloppy kiss
You weren’t just a stray, you were sent my way
Now this house is your own
One night turned into home

They say we choose them, but I know that’s not true
You chose me when I needed you too

One night turned into always
You’re the reason my heart found grace
No pedigree, but you’re royalty to me
My silent strength, my gentle remedy
You weren’t just a stray, you were sent my way
Now I’ll never be alone
’Cause one night turned into home