When I was a boy, old Shep was a pup
Over the meadows we'd stray
Just a boy and his dog we were so full of fun
We grew up together that way

I remember the time at the old swimming hole
When I would have drowned without doubt
But Ol' Shep was right there to my rescue he came
He jumped in and helped pull me out

As the years fast did roll Ol' Shep he grew old
His eyes were fast growing dim
Then one day the doctor looked at me and said
I can't do no more for him Jim

With hands that was trembling I picked up my gun
And aimed it at Shep's faithful head
But I just couldn't do it I wanted to run
I wish they would shoot me instead

He came to my side and he looked up at me
And laid his fond head on my knees
I just stroked the best friend that a man ever found
And I cried so I scaresly could see

Old Shep he has gone where the good doggies go
No more with old Shep will I roam
But if dogs have a heaven there's one thing I know
Old Shep has a wonderful home

