[Verse 1]
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When I was a lad
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And old Shep was a pup
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Over hills and meadows wed stray
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Just a boy and his dog
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We were both full of fun
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We grew up together that way
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[Verse 2]
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I remember the time
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At the old swimmin hole
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When I would have drowned beyond doubt
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But old Shep was right there
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To the rescue he came
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He jumped in and helped pull me out
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[Verse 3]
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As the years fast did roll
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Old Shep, he grew old
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His eyes were fast growing dim
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And one day the doctor
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Looked at me and said
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“I can do no more for him, Jim”
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[Verse 4]
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With hands that were trembling
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I picked up my gun
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And aimed it at Sheps faithful head
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I just couldnt do it
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I wanted to run
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I wish they would shoot me instead
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[Verse 5]
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He came to my side
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And he looked up at me
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And laid his old head on my knee
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I had struck the best friend
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That a man ever had
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I cried so I scarcely could see
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[Verse 6]
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Old Shep, he has gone
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Where the good doggies go
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And no more with old Shep will I roam
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But if dogs have a heaven
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Theres one thing I know
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Old Shep has a wonderful home
