Old Shep - Alabama

When I was a lad and old Shep was a pup

Over hills and meadows we’d stray

Just a boy and his dog, we were both full of fun

We grew up together that way

I remember the time at the old mill pond

When I would’ve drowned beyond doubt

But old Shep was right there, to the rescue he came

He jumped in and helped pull me out

As, the years passed and rolled, at last he grew old

And his eyesight was fast growing dim

Then one day the doctor looked at me and said

?I can’t do no more for him, Jim?

I went to his side and sat on the ground

And laid his old head on my knee

Well, he was the best friend that I ever had

I cried so I scarcely could see

Old Sheppie he knew, he was going to go

For he reached out and licked at my hand

He looked up at me, just as much as to say

We’re parting but you understand

Now old Sheppie is gone where the good doggies go

And no more with old Shep will I roam

But if dogs have a heaven, there’s one thing for sure

Old Shep has a wonderful home