Red Foley and Arthur Willis, as performed by Elvis Presley
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 swimming hole
When I would have drowned beyond doubt
But Old Shep was right there, to the rescue he came
He jumped in and helped pull me out
As the the years fast did roll, Old Shep he grew old
His eyes were fast growing dim
And one day the doctor looked at me and said
I can do no more for him Jim
With hand's that were trembling I picked up my gun
And aimed it at Shep's faithful head
I just couldn't do it I wanted to run
I wished they'd shoot me instead
He came to my side and he looked up at me
And laid his old head on my knees
I stroked the best friend that a man ever found
I cried so I scaresly could see
Old Shep he has 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 I know
Old Shep has a wonderful home