I’m an Affenpinscher
I'm a monkey terrier from Germany
None is merrier than little old me
In France they call me diabolical
Cuz my moustache is so comical
I'm an Affenpinscher, I'm a monkey, I'm a prankster
A little bitty gangster I'm the Affenpinscher dog
Events organizer, the Chancellor's advisor
I'm older and I'm wiser I 'm the Affenpinscher dog
You can see that I'm a lover boy
I helped create some wonderful toys
A handsome ratter bold and small
Schnauzers, Griffies - I made 'em all -
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A shaggy guy who's square and smart
I'm a social climber who just loves to bark
I'll wipe out vermin with no remorse
Then cruise the autobahn in my lady's Porsche
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I work on farms and in the streets
Runnin' down the rats and all their dirty fleas
At night I guard the home boudoire
And keep those rats under constant fire -
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Nancy Simmonds
© 2009 Soap Opry Music
Lyrics/Audio A - C
On this page:
Affenpinscher
Afghan
Airedale
Akita
Alsatian (there is also German Shepherd)
Alaskan Malamute
American Cocker Spaniel
American Eskimo
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Basenji
Basset Hound
Beagle
Bedlington Terrier
Belgian Malinois
Belgian Tervuren
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bichon Frise
Bloodhound
Border Collie
Borzoi
Boston Terrier
Bouvier
Boxer
Brittany
Brussels Griffon
Bull Terrier
Bullmastiff
Cane Corso
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Chinese Crested
Chow Chow
Collie
Coonhound
Coton de Tulear
Float Like An Afghan
He chases the wind as if he were in flight
Through the cruelest mountains and the darkest night
He floats like an Afghan across the sea
Through ice and sand he floats in a dream
He's run with the kings and sat by their throne
He's traveled the world where the deer roam
He floats like an Afghan across the sea
Over mountains and sand he comes to me
Float in a dream
Float across the sea
He stares at the sky, he gazes over the ground
He sees it all go by like the snow fallin' down
He floats like an Afghan across the sea
Over mountains and sand he comes to me
Float in a dream
Float across the sea
Float like an Afghan
Float like an Afghan
Nancy Simmonds
© 1990 Soap Opry Music
Airedale Without A Cause
I know I've seen that dog on some back street.
He's been running with the pack out in the night heat.
They say he's bad to the bone and mean to the meat -
But the young girl dogs say, "oh, he's so sweet".
Give me your heart, give me your paws,
Airedale without a cause.
You're the bravest dot I've met -
Squarehead -
Nobody messes with the king, nobody tries,
But I know that dog of steel is mush on the inside.
Give me your heart, give me your paws,
Airedale without a cause.
You're the bravest dog I've met -
Squarehead -
Here he comes -
Airedale without a cause
Nancy Simmonds
©l989
Soap Opry Music
Recorded: Gary's house, Los Angeles, Ca.
Engineer: Gary O'Connor
Akita Inu
Every child, woman and man
Is safe in the streets of Japan.
He stands on the side of the law
He is a, he is a sumo dog.
Akita Inu, I bow down to you.
Akita Inu, I love you.
Nobody needs to have fear,
He was born to hunt the bear and the deer.
More than determined and strong,
He's a dog you can lean on.
Akita Inu, I bow down to you.
Akita Inu, I love you.
Visions of Tokyo -
Everywhere you go -
Mountains and city roads -
Are etched in your sacred soul -
Paper dragons, ribbons and saki,
He's like a Chow but with terryaki.
The modern dog of tomorra -
Made in Japan, sayonara.
Akita Inu, I bow down to you.
Akita Inu, I love you.
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music ©l996
(Alsatian) Leader of The Pack
He's the leader of the pack, the leader of the grand parade
My dog, he don't look back he knows he's got it made
He's a dog of peace, a dog of war, he's marching with the band
He's a hero from shore to shore, he's Alsatian
You say stay, he stays at your command
And you say play, he plays, he's Alsatian -
He always gives his heart and soul, he puts it on the line
And very few have been so bold time after time
He stands so proud, he stands so tall, his face against the wind
He's the leader of them all, a true Alsatian
You say stay, he stays at your command
And you say play, he plays, he's Alsatian -
Well he's been in the movies and he's been on your tv
He's the leading dog of my heart cause he watches over me
And I don't have to worry cause he keeps this house on track
He's Alsatian, he's the best, the leader of the pack
You say stay, he stays at your command
And you say play he plays, he's Alsatian
He's the leader of the pack
He's the leader of the pack
Nancy Simmonds
© 1988 Soap Opry Music
(Alaskan Malamute) My Soul Belongs to the Inuit
Where would you be without me
To lead you across this big country
Where ships don't sail, snow it blows
Who else could your pull your heavy load
Hey I'm Alaskan Malamute
Strong I run and straight I shoot
My arctic blood is filled with Spitz
My soul belongs to the Inuit
I wear two coats against my skin
So I can face the bitter winds
I close my eyes behind my mask
And dream one day I'll lead the pack
Hey I'm Alaskan Malamute
Strong I run and straight I shoot
My arctic blood is filled with Spitz
I'll pull you through any weather
Just say we'll be together
Where would you be without me
Dog and man we live in peace
With each trial we've been through
I ask, where would I be without you
Hey I'm Alaskan Malamute
Strong I run and straight I shoot
My arctic blood is filled with Spitz
My soul belongs to the Inuit
© 1998 Nancy Simmonds
(American Cocker Spaniel) Got A Hold On Me
When I wake up in the morning and I try to raise my head,
There's a wiggling ball of energy bouncing on my bed.
I reach to get my slippers but she ate them in the night,
I used to be so lonely 'til she came into my life.
She gets me on my feet,
Oh yes she makes my heart beat.
You can tell my Cocker Spaniel
Has got a hold on me.
So I take her to the park where she can meet her friends,
They run around for hours oblivious to anything.
With ears flying wildly she sails above the ground,
I wonder if she'll ever grown up and settle down.
She gets me on my feet,
Oh yes she makes my heart beat.
And you can tell my Cocker Spaniel
Has got a hold on me.
She's an all American girl -
Oh but everybody knows her name all around the world.
When the day is over, surprises just begin,
Like finding out she ate the mail and buried the postman.
But then she brings my slippers, though they're chewed up and they're wet,
When she looks at me I can only believe she's the perfect little pet.
She gets me on my feet,
Oh yes she makes my heart beat,
And you can tell my Cocker Spaniel
Has got a hold on me.
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music
© l989
American Eskimo Dog
You might look at us and think of snow
Or see a dog that hauls a load
You might get it in your head
A dog like us should pull a sled
But long ago in Germany
Nordic dogs designed our breed
Sammys, Poms, German Spitz -
None of them could do our tricks
That's how the story goes
American Eskimo
Every time the people clapped
We would dance and make them laugh
On with the show
Eskie, let's go!
We ranged in size, big to small
Standard, mini, toy snowballs
Companion dog to man and child
Our motto was "just make 'em smile"
So smart, so quick to please
We charmed Barnum and Bailey
Inside the rings we entertained
That's how Eskies found their fame
That's how the story goes.......
On with the show
Eskie, let's go!
All around the world we roamed
In traveling shows we called home
We just knew that we would fit
Because we were the circus hit
We were loved, we were stars
We touched their souls and their hearts
With jet black nose and smiling lips
We walked on ropes and did our flips
And all the people cheered and sighed
The big top was energized
You can see we took the floor
Always left them wanting more.
That's how the story goes......
On with the show
Eskie, let's go!
Nancy Simmonds
© 2011 Soap Opry Music
Australian Cattle Dog
I like my boys to have muscle, to be quick of foot and to hustle
A body sound and strong that can work all day long -
I need some help to herd, must love cows and be alert
Across this mighty land we will ride with the cattlemen
If you have strength of bone and can drive the wanderers home -
You're an Australian Cattle dog -
My blood flows from the Dingo, in spirit and in soul
From the Collie I'm a drover, I can run 'em down and win 'em over
Add some Dalmatian, with horses I am patient,
That Kelpi gave me spots, red or blue I'm always hot -
I need a dog that's sound , help me tie me kangaroo down -
Australian Cattle Dog
If you've got the stuff
Then boy we can beef 'em up
If you can prove you're tough
Then mate there's aint no road too rough for
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Cattle Dog
I like my boys to be brazen, courageous and Australian
Must be faithful and athletic, down under that's esthetic
My mates don't act like sheep, that deserves a nip at their feet
Reply to fill this job: sincerely lonely Cattle Dog
I am outback bound, help me tie me kangaroo down, boys
Australian Cattle Dog
I come from the land of thunder
I come from the land down under
Nancy Simmonds
© 2009 Soap Opry Music
(Australian Shepherd) The Aussie's Cowboy Song
I follow that cowboy across any trail,
I travel through mesquite and high chaparral.
Riding the range seven days a week,
Just punching cattle and herding the sheep.
When day rolls 'round I wait on his word.
He smiles as he calls me Australian Shepherd.
Ten thousand cattle have wandered astray,
Send in Ol Blue Eye to hold them again.
Bury my bones on the lone prairie,
Deep in the legend of this great country.
A true herding dog, my faithful Aussie,
Yodellaeeoo -yodellaee-
A true herding dog, my faithful Ausssie.
I tear cross the plains and gather the sleepers,
I go to the head of the herd for the leaders.
I nip at their noses and turn them around,
I bite at their heels as they fly oer the ground.
That cowboy, he goes on, how I've got the eye.
How I'll ride with him 'til the day that I die.
I love that cowboy and his every word,
He smiles when he calls me Australian Shepherd.
Bury my bones on the lone prairie,
Deep in the legend of this great country.
A true herding dog, my faithful Aussie,
Yodellaeeoo - yodellaee -
A true herding dog, my faithful Aussie.
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music
© l998
Moon Over Basenji
I remember nights deep in Africa,
Journey down the Nile, oh the sights we saw.
There in the grass chasing after rats,
I thought it was a deer, you thought it was a cat -
Then he tipped his ear with his gentle paw,
Said, "Bongo, bongo, bongo, I am the Congo dog -
Moon over Basenji - I remember him so well,
Moon over Basenji -I don't wanna leave the Congo dog.
We traveled on, he followed silently,
Running like a horse, he was a mystery.
When the sun set low, sitting by the fire,
He raised his head and sang higher and higher.
Then he tipped his ear with his friendly paw,
Said, "Bongo, bongo, bongo, I am the Congo dog -
Moon over Basenji - I remember him so well,
Moon over Basenji - I don't wanna leave the Congo dog -
Always taking me by surprise,
Staring off with those jungle eyes,
I remember nights deep in Africa,
Journey down the Nile, oh the sights we saw,
When we reached the end of that dusty road
We couldn't say good-bye so we took that dog home,
With a wrinkled brow he raised his gentle paw,
Said, "Bongo, bongo, bongo, I am the Congo dog -
Moon over Basenji - I remember him so well,
Moon over Basenji - I don't wanna leave the Congo dog,
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music
© l989
Blues For a Basset
I've got the blues for a Basset, I've got the hound dog blues
I've got the blues for a Basset, I've got the hound dog blues
Cause I'm slow trailin' rabbits, I'm always searching for clues
I've got a worried brow baby, I've got the low down blues
I've got a worried brow baby, I've got the low down blues
Cause my man left this morning, won't be back 'til the evening news
Well they call me droopy eyes, say my legs are undersized
When they laugh at my behind that's where I draw the line
I've got the blues for a Basset, make me sing a sad song,
Cause my skin is so baggy and my ears are so long
Well I'm true to my family, I am a devoted dog
Yes, I'm true to my family, I am devoted dog
I aint no pushover honey, I aint no bump on no log
I've got the blues for a Basset, I've got the hound dog blues
I've got the blues for a Basset, I've got the hound dog blues
I'm slow trailin' rabbits, I'm always searching for clues
And nobody, nobody can change me, the way that I love you
Nancy Simmonds
© 1989 Soap Opry Music
Boogie Woogie Beagle Boy
I never thought that I could fall
For a dog, but I recall,
The first time I saw those eyes,
Made my tears swell up and cry.
Those funny ears so long and soft,
One kiss and then I was caught,
From that day I gave my heart,
We have never ever been apart.
He's my boogie woogie Beagle boy,
Boogie woogie bundle of joy.
Here he comes now pardon me Roy,
He's my boogie woogie Beagle boy,
Grab my coat, grab my lead,
My dog needs to stretch his feet,
He gets a smile from everyone -
They know my dog is pure fun.
Not too big, not too small,
He's just perfect that is all.
Standing with his tail held high
He's the picture of love and pride.
He's my boogie woogie Beagle boy,
Boogie woogie bundle of joy.
Here he comes now pardon me Roy -
He's my boogie woogie Beagle boy,
Get my saddle, get my boots,
Get me a trumpet that toots.
My Beagle's on the prowl,
You can hear that hound dog howl,
When the sun is setting low
Me and my buddy are heading home,
So glad I found a friend,
Happy days are here again,
With my boogie woogie Beagle boy,
Boogie woogie bundle of joy,
Here he comes now pardon me Roy
He's my boogie woogie Beagle boy,
I never thought I could fall
For a dog, but I recall,
The first time I saw those eyes,
Made my tears swell up and cry,
I said, "I'm gonna make that doggie mine",
He's a boogie woogie Beagle boy.
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music
© l989
Bedlington Terrier
I work everyday from dawn to dusk
Deep in the earth beneath the crust
We’re all diggin’ just to pay our dues
Singing the poor coal miners’ blues.
I am the dog of Bedlington
Down to the mines with my man
Taking the lead I’m a proud brigadier
A scrappy linty-haired terrier
I was born a coal miner’s dog
I rise to work, I do my job
I’m a hunter with strength and speed
Everyone knows they can count on me
I’m a brave little powerhouse for my size
No kind of vermin can get out alive
They’re running scared with fear and loathing
Cuz I am the wolf wearing sheep’s clothing
With shovel and pick and torch lit hats
Side by side we clear the path
Singing the poor coal miner’s prayer
I am the Rothbury Terrier
I was born a coal miner’s dog
Some say I was sent by God
I’m terrier true to breed,
Those I love they can count on me
I’m recognized by my silhouette
Full of joy and affectionate
I’m the dog of Northumberland
Bedlington Terrier, that’s who I am
I was born a coal miner’s dog
Let that be my epilogue
A faithful heart and loyalty
Always near when you’re in need
I work everyday from dawn to dusk
Deep in the earth below the crust
Belgian Malinois
The way they walk the streets, they've got the beat
The way they take control, it's in their soul
The way they fly with speed, and jump with ease
Belgian Mailnois
The way they stand so tall, break downs the walls
The way they heed your word, protect and serve,
Elegant and strong, they right what's wrong
Belgian Malinois
They've got the drive to get it done
They got the fight to get it won
Rebels with a cause
Belgian Malinois
From Maline they roamed, the fields of Belgium
Around the world they're known, heroic legends
A heart so true, this love for you,
Belgian Malinois
Search and rescue, Police Dog,
Always solid as a rock
They cross the battle lines, by your side ,
Belgian Malinois
They've got the drive to get it done
Rebels with a cause
Belgian Malinois
They've got the drive - drive all night
They face the fight til everything's alright
Rebels with a cause
Belgian Malinois
The way they love their home, protect their own
Guarding lives all day while children play
A heart that beats so loud, a dog so proud
Belgian Malinois
They've got the drive to get it done
They got the fight to get it won
Rebels with a cause
Belgian Malinois
They've got the drive - drive all night
They got the fight to get it right
Rebels with a cause
Belgian Malinois
The way they walk the street
The way they keep the beat
The way they fight for the law
Belgian Malinois
© 2012 Soap Opry Music
Nancy Simmonds
Belgian Tervuren “Bring ‘Em On Back”
I’ve been workin’ all day and I feel the burn
Those Belgian pups, gotta lot to learn
Tryin’ to tame that energy
Why do they think they can outsmart me/
The young ones act like they’re so pretty
Free of spirit, oh so witty
They all know that I’m the boss
I keep saying just find the lost
Get back, bring ‘em on back
I see all behind my mask
Get back - bring ‘em on back
Follow me and do it like that
Ah, those young ones get so nervy
Make me go all topsy turvy
At least they give me loyalty
Cause all of that comes naturally
Keep your ears up, tuned for sound
Face the wind and hold your ground
Listen up and now hear my words
Nobody does it like a turv
Get back, bring ‘em on back
I see all behind my mask
Get back - bring ‘em on back
Follow me and do it like that
Do the Belgian hustle
Show a little muscle
Cause what’s lost is found
And we can get on down
We were born to give our hearts
In therapy we light the dark
Find the missing, keep on the track
Follow trails that lead them back
Keep your eyes set on the herd
Our motto is protect and serve
Toughen up, yeah, be the dog
Listen up and do your job
Get back, bring ‘em on back
I see all behind my mask
Get back - bring ‘em on back
Follow me and do it like that
©Nancy Simmonds 12/13/14
(Bichon Frise) Ole, Ole, Ole
Well I come from the Canary Island, a part of Tenerife
I'm the pride of all Espana, so beautiful and sweet
With my plumed tail just like feathers held above my back
I have an air of history just like an aristocrat
Ole, ole, ole for the Bichon Frises
Well I dream of the Mediterranean and of the Infantas
I remember once how Goya painted my small paws
I was pampered and be-ribboned with perfume in my hair
I've always been a happy dog without a single care
Ole, ole, ole for the Bichon Frises
In these modern times I'm popular everywhere you go
From playing with the family to training for the show
Well I've traveled into Europe and entertained in the streets
With organ grinder as my friend I knew just how to please
And the tricks I learned long ago I still have up my sleeve
And the love I have for my best friend is something very sweet
Ole, ole, ole for the Bichon Frises
Nancy Simmonds
©1989 Soap Opry Music
(Bloodhound) I'm a Man Trailer
I'll follow you over any ground
Cause I'm a man trailer, I am a Bloodhound
I can walk for miles in your footsteps
'Til I find my prey, well I cannot rest
I'm in a spell for the smell of blood
And I'll get to you over snow or mud
Tell me who you need and I deliver
I circle when I cross the mighty river
None is wiser or as dignified
Don't you know my love runs deep
And my love runs high
Well I won't give up 'til the quarry's found
I'm a man trailer, I am a Bloodhound.
Well my skin hangs loose, folds down my neck
And it holds more scents when I hang my head
I'm a lover, so affectionate, oh yes
A sensitive, shy aristocrat
I'll follow you over any ground
I'm a man trailer, I am a Bloodhound
Nancy Simmonds
© 1996 Soap Opry Music
In Border Collie Time
Born to patrol the border, collie -
I'd do anything for you,
Work all day and night time too,
All you have to do is say the word.
Drive the sheep home from the fields,
Bite their toes and nip their heals,
All I really need is a herd.
I've got the heart of a Scotsman,
And the love of the high country.
I've go the soul of England, boys,
Born to patrol the border, collie -
Hey, everybody fall in line.
We're stepping out in Border Collie time.
Cause they say I've got the eye,
Any cow I'll hypnotize -
I will do anything you say.
At sheepdog trials I always win -
Snatch a fly ball from the wind -
Or lead the blind safely through the day.
I've got the heart of a Scotsman,
And the love of the high country.
I've got the soul of England, boys,
Hey, everybody fall in line.
We're stepping out in Border Collie time.
Cause I'd do anything for you,
Work all day w til night is through,
All you have to do is say the word.
Hey everybody, fall in line.
We're steppin' out in Border Collie time.
Hey everybody, fall in line.
We're steppin' out in Border Collie time.
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music ©l999
The Borzoi's Back In Town
Better tell your mama, better let her know,
We're drivin' in tonight heading for the show.
We've got the Winnebago, got the L.A. Times,
Nobody can compare to my bloodlines.
I'm the Russian Wolfhound, I will run you down -
The Borzoi's back in town.
Better tell the judge, she don't stand a chance,
When I walk into that ring I make you wanna dance.
Bring out the vodka, get the caviare,
Tell everybody, "The Borzoi is a star!"
I'm the Russian Wolfhound, I will run you down -
The Borzoi's back in town.
You better run - the Borzoi's back in town.
Yeah, you better run - the Borzoi's back in town.
Better tell your mama, this could be the night.
Roll out the carpet and turn on the lights.
I've got the Winnebago, I've got the L.A. Times,
I'm the tall lean guy with all of the lines,
I'm the Russian Wolfhound, I will run you down,
The Borzoi's back in town.
Oh, I'm the Russian Wolfhound, I will run you down,
The Borzoi's back in town.
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music
© l989
(Boston Terrier) Yankee Doodle Dog
Well they call me a gentleman, American gentleman of dogs
Cause I am a sweetheart for great grandmothers through tots
And everywhere I go I create such a fuss
I'm so handsome standing in my perfect tux
I'm a Boston, I'm adorable and I'm American
I'm witty and I'm clever and I'm a gentleman
I'm a Boston, I'm wonderful and I'm American
Yes, I'm a yankee doodle dog
Just because I'm small don't think that I can't hold my own
I'm staunch as a bulldog and there's terrier deep in my soul
All I ever want to do is be your friend
I will follow you until the rainbow's end
I'm a Boston, I'm adorable and I'm American
I'm witty and I'm clever and I'm a gentleman
I'm a Boston, I'm wonderful and I'm American
Yes I'm a yankee doodle dog
True blue, good for you, the one and only Boston
I'm strikingly handsome, and I'm humble, I'm the Boston
Nancy Simmonds
© 1989 Soap Opry Music
(Bouvier) Dirty Beards
The way they walk down the street
Like they own the air they breathe
All the soldiers clap and cheer for
Those dirty beards
The way they hitch up to a cart
And pull with all their heart
And watch as children play
Those Bouviers
They stand so proud and bold
And guard the wandering fold
They always set the standards
Because they are the dogs of Flanders
The way they calm a crowd
Why the monks would be so proud
All the lives they saved
Those Bouviers
The way they hold their head high
The way they look deep in your eyes
The way they never show you fear,
Those dirty beards
In Belgium they make their home but
Around the world they are known
As sweet as they are brave
Those Bouviers
They're cattle drovin, and sheep herdin'
In times of war a beast of burden
They have always set the standards
They are the dogs of Flanders
Chorus
The way they calm a crowd
Why the monks would be so proud
All the lives they have saved
Bouviers
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music ©20
(Boxer) Get Up Your Dukes
There's nothin' that I love more than I love my man
It must be my bulldog blood but I would die for him
It's all my rigid training back in Germany
My army and police work made a champ of me
Get up your dukes, get up your nerve
Stand back for the Boxer
Get up your dukes, yeah, get out of town
The Boxer is gonna lay it down -
When you say dependable, that's my middle name
Back in Tibet (though I now forget) I baited bulls for game
I've got all the right moves to set the rules straight
I'm strong and reliable, a boxer is never afraid
Get up your dukes, get up your nerve,
Stand back for the Boxer
Get up your dukes, yeah, get out of town
The Boxer is gonna lay it down -
When I walk into a ring you know I give my everything
Just call my name out loud you know I'm gonna make you feel so proud
I've got a gentle nature for my family
Everybody knows they can lean on me
If trouble comes my way they'll be dealin' with my laws
You'd better run if you see me raise my boxin' paws
Get up your dukes, get up your nerve
Stand back for the Boxer
Get up your dukes get out of town
The Boxer is gonna lay it down -
Nancy Simmonds
© 1990 Soap Opry Music
(Brittany) Hey, Bird Dog
Hey bird dog won't you come home,
You've been shakin' up feathers in your flashy two tone.
Boy, your nose is in the air
You start to point, you start to stare.
There's something grouse, yeah, there's something fowl,
Enough to make a bird dog howl.
You're wood cocked like loaded gun,
You flush 'em out wherever you run.
And the game is in the wind,
You chase it down, you keep it pinned.
I said hey bird dog won't you come on home,
You've been shakin' up feathers in your flashy two tone.
I know you really opened up a trail
For a dog from Spain without a tail.
Across the fields of Britanny
Well you claimed my heart your victory.
Bird dog get your feet on the ground
The quarry's all gone and we're windin' down.
The sky is empty and the sun has sunk
You can ride in my car, you can sit in the front.
I said hey bird dog won't you come on home,
You've been shakin' up feathers in your flashy two tone.
If I could see through the eyes of the Britanny,
I do believe I could solve life's mysteries.
Hey, bird dog, come on down,
They're spreadin' your name all over town.
Oh boy you've really got a style,
Enough to drive those young chicks wild.
Life is good, yes life is swell
When you're a Britanny Spaniel.
Hey bird dog won't you come on home
You've been shakin' up feathers in your flashy two tone.
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music
©l999
(Brussels Griffon) I Only Wanna Be With You
I have come from the cold North Sea
I am the Flemish street monkey
Seldom do they call me beauty
But they love their little Belgian cutie
I might be square but my heart is true
I'm only happy when I'm with you
Full of spirit and never blue
I'm happiest when I'm with you
I only want to be with you.
Take a little Affenpinscher, take a little Pug,
Stir in Red Spaniel and you get my mug
Take the stable dog with courage and grit
It all adds up to Belgium's little Griff
I might be square but my heart is true,
I'm only happy when I'm with you
Full of spirit and never blue
And I'm happiest when I'm with you,
I only want to be with you
I have lived through fire and rain
I've been through war and come back again
But I heard NATO cheer and shout -
Thank you God for the Brussels' sprout
Hey, everybody sing along,
Fall in love with the Brussels Griffon
I might be square but my brains show through
I'm happiest when I'm with you -
I only want to be with you
My coat is rough or smooth to touch
And oh, my people love me so much
They feed me mussels and bring me chips,
I'm proud to be Brussels' little Griff
I might be square but my brains show through
I'm only happy when I'm with you
Full of spirit and never blue
I'm happiest when I'm with you
Hey, everybody sing along
Fall in love with Brussels Griffon
A little bit square and my heart is true
I'm happiest when I'm with you
I only want to be with you.
Nancy Simmonds
©2008 Soap Opry Music
Bull Terriers
Around the world and across the nation
We bullies have a cool reputation
We're muscle bound and might look mean
But check it out, we're a love machine
All heart, all pride
Big enough to let it ride
Good love, good soul,
Good golly just let it roll
We're the dawg, we're the shakers
We're the canine gladiators
A bunch of clowns in a dog suit
We're kinda stuck in our terrible twos
Hockey night and a good cold beer
You can't resist the white cavaliers
All heart, all pride
Big enough to let it ride
Good love, good soul
Good golly, let it roll
We're the dawg, we're the shakers
We're the canine gladiators
We've got all you need without the frills
Scrappy little sports who body build
A terrier, proud as a bull,
They call us eggheads but we don't fold
We multi task from house to herd
A superdog who's a little bit nerd
All heart, all pride
Big enough to let it ride
Good love, good soul,
Good golly just let it roll
We're the dawg, we're the shakers
We're the canine gladiators
Nancy Simmonds
©May 5/2009
Bullmastiff
You don't have to feel unsafe,
I'll keep trouble from your gate
Bad boys, you'd better run
One look at me and my job is done.
Besides I'm so utterly attractive,
Bullmastiff.
Cause I have got a smooth approach
I leap on those who dare to poach
All you do is give the word
I'll pin 'em down and rattle their nerves
Besides I'm so utterly attractive
Bullmastiff
I'll make your dreams come true -
I will defend you -
Trouble now, you'd better hide
Run before you wish you'd tried
I stand my ground with heart and soul
Let lightning strike and thunder roll
Besides I'm so utterly attractive
Bull Mastiff
Yes I'm so utterly fantastic
Bullmastiff
Nancy Simmonds
© l989 Soap Opry Music
Cane Corso
My roots go centuries back to Roma
A molessor with elegant physique
A warrior with a herding dog diploma
Protector of my land and family
I'm loyal to my keepers and children
I face each task and jump in
I'm stable but prone to suspicion
Yet not a wrinkle on my skin
I'm Cane Corso Italiano
I love you more so than sweet Rufino
Sole mio
Ti amo
I am Cane Corso Italiano
Once we were common in Italia
But almost rare by nineteen seventies
I'm slightly different from the old regalia
But still a Mastiff of nobility
I'm not a fighting dog by nature
I'd rather be like Romeo
But it's my job to warn of danger
And chase those wolves back home
I'm Cane Corso Italiano
I love you more so than vino rosso
Sole mio
Ti amo
I am Cane Corso Italiano
I'm the cutest softest bambino
My coat is brindle, black, fawn or blue
Some prefer my dazzling formentino
But any one you choose is waterproof
My love for you will be eternal
I give to you my heart
Every day I say buon giorno
Your life is mine to guard
I'm Cane Corso Italiano
I am loved more so than Valentino
Sole mio
Ti amo
I am Cane Corso Italiano
Cane Corso Italiano
I love you more so than vino rosso
Sole mio
Ti amo
I am Cane Corso Italiano
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music
Musical Tails © 2013
Nobody's As Darin' (As My Cairn)
Through all kinds of weather I've got someone I can depend on
If there's vermin that need a'scarin', my Cairn gets the job done
Climbing cliffs by the water, he's fearless and full of fire
Fast on the tail of the Otter, my sassy little wire -
Nobody's as darin' as my Cairn and he's all I care about
When we're steppin' out they're starin' at me and my Cairn
He's a shaggy workman, hearty, strong and alert
Digging through the rocky land, until he touches the earth
His look is kinda cheeky with a twinkle in his eye
And everyone who knows him says he's quite a little guy -
Nobody's as darin' as my Cairn and he's all I care about
When we're steppin' out they're starin' at me and my Cairn
He's socially adaptable in country or in town
He'll entertain you one and all with tricks from all around
Climbing cliffs by the water he's fearless and full of fire
Fast on the tail of the otter, my sassy little wire
Nobody's as darin' as my Cairn and he's all I care about
When we're steppin' out they're starin' at me and my Cairn
Nancy Simmonds
©1989 Soap Opry Music
(Cavalier King Charles Spaniel) He's So Cavalier
He's a cheery fellow
A tiny dog of worth
His mates once thrived by the side
Of old King Charles the first
How he truly loved them -
They soon became his cause
He passed a bill, in Parliament still,
That made their presence law
He's so cavalier, my spaniel,
He's so cavalier.
Everybody knows where the little king goes
Joy is everywhere
How the ladies loved them
And the little princes too
Ruby reds, Blenheim bred,
Black and tan to name a few.
They were tiny gun dogs
Chasing oer the heath
Come the night, their appetite
Could sink the british fleet
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Their lives have been of privilege
Truly filled with bliss
Full of love, they are the ones
To wear the Buddha's' kiss
And now my little charlie
You give the world to me
I'm so proud, I sing out loud,
I feel like royalty
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Nancy Simmonds
©2008 Soap Opry Music
Here Comes The Mexican (Chihuahua)
I come from Mexico to sing you this song,
You know I'll always show, I am Chihuahua.
I've never met another as clever as me,
What others do, I do better, see -
Chi-hua-hua,
Chi-hua-hua,
In my house I'm the law,
Chi-hua-hua.
I've got a lot of zip and personality,
I'm nimble and I'm quick, that is my specialty.
I travel in your arms or in a teacup,
I'll be your lucky charm, a loving little pup -
Chi-hua-hua,
Chi-hua-hua,
In my house I'm the law,
Chi-hua-hua.
I'm small but I'm proud, I'm puny but I'm loud,
So tall do I stand 'cause I know that I am -
Chi-hua-hua,
Chi-hua-hua,
In my house I'm the law,
Chi-hua-hua.
I Crossed the borderline from Tijuana,
You will never see a cuter guy on paws.
If there is some trouble and you need a helping hand,
I'll be there on the double, here comes the Mexican -
Chi-hua-hua,
Chi-hua-hua,
In my house I'm the law,
Chi-hua-hua.
I come from Mexico to sing you my song
You know I'll always show, Chi-hua-hua.
Nancy Simmonds
Soap Opry Music
© l989
(Chinese Crested) We Can Entertain You
Ladies and gentlemen, barons and contessas
Let me introduce you to Powerpuffs and Cresteds
We have sailed the high seas, trading ships our home
Any rat that got too fat feared our African bones
We worked all day, we worked all night to earn our board and keep
But here's the price, besides the rice, it's always "me me me"
We can entertain you
We just love to tease -
Shimmy to the left, dip it to the right
Shake it for the world to see
Some wear coats like I do, fine and double weaved
Some just wear their feathers on ears and tails and feet
I have many colors while some have spotted skin
But we are all China dolls - let the show begin
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Bring me all my sunscreens, all my powder puffs
Oh see my hairless body and my smile devoid of tusks
If you get too tired we can warm your bed
Little Chinese Cresteds will dance inside their heads
chorus
Nancy Simmonds
© 2007 Soap Opry Music
Audio Clip: Chinese Crested
Not This Chow Chow
This is my story as best I can tell
I am the Chow Chow that you love so well
My family's traced behind the China wall
I'm a working girl who loves a sleigh to haul
I'm tired of hearing the story of how
Everybody loves to eat a little chow
Ooh wee ooh wee, not this Chow Chow
I'm just an ordinary girl at heart
My black and blue tongue sets me apart
I'm very seriously true to my man
Don't expect me to love nobody but my clan
If you need a friend, I'll be your bow bow
Ooh wee ooh wee, I am the Chow Chow
Ooh wee ooh wee, Chow Chow Chow
My tail is curly, my eyes are still brown
Why does everybody think I'm mean when I frown?
I'm just dog from the far orient
And legend has it that I'm heaven sent
I've seen the world and I'm spreading the news
I'm a family dog whose blue blood runs true
If you need a friend I'll be your bow wow
Ooh wee ooh wee, I am the Chow Chow
Ooh wee ooh wee, Chow Chow Chow
Nancy Simmonds
© 1990 Soap Opry Music
Good Golly Ms. Collie
Good golly Ms. Collie you sure know how to bark
When your nose is in the air you look just like an aardvark
You've got a great big smile, drivin' all of those ladies so wild
Good golly Ms. Collie you sure know how to bark.
I love your sable darling, and that rough upon your neck
Just ask Rudd Weatherwax he'll tell you Lassie is the best
Herding ducks and herding sheep just like Little Bo Peep
Good golly Ms. Collie you sure know how to bark.
Go go, go little Collie, go - (oh bring it on home now)
Hey hey, let's go to the show - I love you so -
Your the love of my life and I know you'll never roam
Just like Lassie, my Ms. Collie I know you'll always come home
You make me feel so safe keepin' all of those wolves away
Good golly Ms. Collie, you sure know how to bark
Go go, go little Collie go - (oh bring it on home now)
Hey hey, let's go to the show - I love you so
Good golly Ms. Collie you sure know how to bark
Good golly Ms. Collie you sure got in my heart
Oh bring it on home, bring it, bring it on home now -go go little Collie go
Bring it on home, bring it on home, go go little Collie go
Nancy Simmonds/Cheryl Reynolds
© 1990 Soap Opry Music
Audio Clip: Collie
Coonhound
Well I'm the Blue Tick Coonhound, state dog of Tennessee
When it comes to singin' no voice can challenge me
A good old country dog who follows with his nose
You can run and you can hide but I'll know where you go
Rise up singin' dogs of the south
American Coonhounds, that's what it's all about
I'm the brindle Plott Hound, a smoky mountain dog
Tracking down the bears and playing chicken with the hogs
With German blood that flows from my head to my tail
I can lead the hunt through any Appalachian trail
Rise up singin' dogs of the south
American Coonhounds don't it make you wanna shout!
Well I'm the shiny Redbone, I carry my head high
Who can ignore my droopy ears or my pleading eyes
I'll chase those mountain cats and drive them from my home
Aint no bear I can't scare where the red fern grows
Rise up singin' dogs of the south
American Coonhounds that's what it's all about
Excuse me my buddies I am the Black and Tan
I'm gentle and I'm friendly and I listen to my man
My skin is quite loose fitting but looks so good on me
I can track through hot or cold, a most tenacious breed
Rise up singin' dogs of the south
American Coonhounds don't it make you wanna shout
I'm the Treeing Walker so powerful and buff
Adaptable and quick on foot with no terrain too rough
I am quick to learn and I'm dapper in three tones
I'm very fond of children - I'll make myself at home
Rise up singin' dogs of the south
American Coonhounds that's what it's all about
That leaves the English Coonhound, alert and sociable
You can tell I love this sport, you'll hear me as I bawl
I love to be in field trials and few can touch my speed
Nobody had to show me how to chase a coon to tree.
Rise up singin' dogs of the south
American Coonhounds that's what it's all about
Nancy Simmonds
© 2011 Soap Opry Music
Coton deTulear
Some say the pirates who sailed on the seas
Brought use to grace Madagascar's streets
We walked on our hind legs and made people sigh
We played with the royals and slept by their side
We are the cotton balls, shine like a star
We' are le Coton de Tulear
We have the French Bichon in our line
Italian Bolognese, also entwined
Some choose the honey bear, some black and white
Tri-colored coats or pure as the snow white
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Years upon years the world passed us by
But somehow our name and our blood has survived
We traveled to Europe, to England and France
And oh how Americans love when we dance
chorus
Take us to live in the cities and towns
We're eager to please and charm like a clown
Sweet and alert, witty and smart
A big little dog because we're all heart
chorus
We are the cotton balls, shine like a star
We are le Coton deTulear
Nancy Simmonds
© 2010 Soap Opry Music
Audio Clip: Coton de Tulear
Gypsy Rose Lee and her Cresteds
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Soap Opry Music
© 2019
(Bernese Mountain Dog) Yodelin' Miss
I'm the yodelin' miss from the land of the Swiss
I am the Bernese Mountain Dog
Hitch me to a cart I pull with my heart
I love my people and I love my job
Back on the farm I was quick to learn
Proud to be from the Canton of Berne
Yodel-odel-ay the hurdy gurdy plays
For the Bernese Mountain Dog
I'm aristocratic, so diplomatic,
I have the soul of Switzerland
High in the hills I have plenty of skills
Nothin's too much to give my man
Back on the farm things got sad
Our breed was saved by a little rehab -
Yodel-odel-ee now we work in therapy
We're the Bernese Mountain Dogs
I'm handsome in my coat of black
With curly waves upon my back
With russet trim and snow tipped paws
And on my chest is the white Swiss cross
I'm a yodelin' miss from the land of the Swiss
The Bernese Mountain Dog
All I need is the human touch
All I dream is family
If you feel lost I'm the one to trust
I'll hold you up and take the lead
Back on the farm we only knew love
When Albert Heim gave us our own club!
Yodel-odel-ay the hurdy gurdy plays
For the Bernese Mountain Dog
Nancy Simmonds
© 2008 Soap Opry Music
