When I was a lad, Old Shep was a pup Over fields and meadows we strayed Just a boy with his dog, we were both full of fun we grew up together that way
I remember the time at the old swimming hole When I would have drowned, beyond doubt Old Shep was right there, to the rescue he came He jumped in and helped pull me out
The years fast did roll, Old Shep he grew old his eyes were fast growing dim one day the doctor looked at me and said I can't do no more for him Jim
With Hands that were trembling, I picked up my gun I aimed it at Shep's faithfull head I just couldn't do it, I thought I would run I wished they would shoot me instead
Old shep he has gone, where the good doggies go no more with Old Shep will I roam but if dog's have a heaven there's one thing I know Old Shep has a wonderful home.