Remember when I was young,
I used to prance and jump and run;
I'd chase sea foam across the beach; and
Ignore my owner as she tried to teach ...
Teach me how to sit, come, stay
Of course I'd always run away.
But gradually I became less able;
Walking was hard and I became unstable.
Finally the day arrived; my owner with tears in her eyes
Saw I could no longer walk, chase or play;
Knew it was time for me to go away.
With love, I was put to sleep
My pain all gone, sweet memories she'll keep
And remember when I was young.