But you could end the problem right there if you're the dreary nonmusical sort. Mmm, endangered.

Even better: you could reverse the next two steps if you were so inclined. As an added bonus, it would also lead to a kickass cat/spider fight.

I don't quite recall how the horse got involved. What was it there to eat? Is this song based on the Chinese New Year or something? How does the monkey fit in?