I remember this song from the New Christy Minstrels "Cowboys and Indians" recording from way back. Here is what I remember of it, my cassette tapes have all worn out I have played them so often.

Had an old dog, and his name was Jake,
I found him out in the old cane break.
figured he make a real good hound
as soon as he learned his way around.

refrain...Every time I go to town
          the boys keep kickin my dog around
          makes no difference if he is hound
          ya gotta quit kickin my dog around

I am going to do some more research and see if I can get these tapes to play - one more time. Hope this helps yall.