Widget in snow 1

I've written before about how intrepid our blind animals are, especially the ones who were born blind and don't know anything different.  Watching Widget enjoy a new snowfall first thing in the morning is always a treat, because she loves to zip around like a little snowplow.  The fact that the snow is almost as deep as she is tall only seems to add to her delight.  Alayne got these photos of Widget the other morning.

Widget in snow 2

As long as she can keep her nose above the snow level, she'll go anywhere:

Widget in snow 3

Sometimes she just loves to see how fast she can go through it:

Widget in snow 4

Other times she likes to bury her face in the fluffy stuff:

Widget in snow 5

Only to come up for air looking like this:

Widget in snow 6

We did find Widget packing her bags this afternoon.  For some reason she thought we were going to use the $20,000 from the Shelter Challenge to send her on a round-the-world cruise on the Cunard Line's Queen Mary 2.  We had to break the news to her that we were going to use the $20,000 for medical expenses, not for her to go on a 108-day luxury cruise to distant ports of call.  She took it well.

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16 responses to “Snowplow”

  1. Jane Tunnicliff Avatar
    Jane Tunnicliff

    If it snows another foot get her a snorkel (not exactly a cruise on QM2, but more useful)!
    Best of the season to all of you at RDR. I wish all of you health and PEACE in the new year.
    You are an inspiration and a joy to read. Next year an RDR cam?

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  2. MarySue Avatar
    MarySue

    Sometimes this holiday season can be a difficult time. But Widget gave me a laugh-out-loud moment during all these crazies. Congratulations on the well deserved win and thank you for all that you do for these priceless animals.

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  3. Denise Avatar
    Denise

    What a disappointment that must of been for Widget! I know I’m disappointed that I am not going on a 108 days cruise!!!! Congratulations on your winnings!
    Denise (from Canada)

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  4. Doe George Avatar
    Doe George

    Darling Widget, always, always brings a smile to my face!
    Merry Christmas to all @ RDR!

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  5. Lynda Avatar
    Lynda

    Merry Christmas to all at RDR.

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  6. gayle Avatar
    gayle

    Why not Disney like the Superbowl players it’s cheaper!!! Cograts on your win

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  7. Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin Avatar
    Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin

    Widget, you are the ultimate snow plow! Sorry about the cruise. But, I bet if you ask real nice Mom & Dad might buy some extra treats with the winnings. Besides, a sunny cruise wouldn’t have snow for you to plow through.
    Merry Christmas & A Healthy, Happy & Prosperous New Year to Steve, Alayne, all the followers of this amazing blog & of course, the ones who make this blog what it is, all the Residents of RDR!!! God Bless.

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  8. Amy A Avatar
    Amy A

    What?! I got an email from Widget telling me that for sure she was going on a cruise with the winnings and that is what we were voting for. 😉
    Merry Christmas Steve and Alayne!

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  9. Lori Leduc Avatar
    Lori Leduc

    Merry Christmas to all the furbabies at the Ranch. Congrats to you on your win I know how much it means to you and to the animals you save and give a loving place to call home.

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  10. Lisa Clark Avatar
    Lisa Clark

    Congratulations, you deserve to win for all you do. The second picture from the top looks like a snow dog shape with widget in the head. She’s a smart cookie. Give a christmas hug to Noodle and Soba from their sis Chelsea, please.

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  11. Patti Aker Avatar
    Patti Aker

    Congratulations on winning for the animals. Thank you for all you do.

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  12. Darcie Avatar
    Darcie

    Widget is the greatest! I love her joie de vivre! Merry Christmas to every creature at Rolling Dog Ranch!

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  13. ginger Avatar
    ginger

    Looks like Widget is doing a great imitation of a snow shark! If you’ve got that much snow, may as well enjoy it. Good for you, Widget! Can Steve hook up a shovel to the front of you muzzle & get you to be productive?
    Warm hugs & Happy Holidays,
    ginger, Tobias & Tlingit

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  14. Bob Avatar
    Bob

    Widget is a true “Party Beagle” (see the Hedgesville Hounds website for the definition). One thing that means is the Wid is sure there is a ham or roast turkey under the snow somewhere and she is bound and determined to find it.

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  15. Kelly Avatar
    Kelly

    This is why Widget is the STAR of the show. 🙂 Congrats on the win!

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  16. snorkel Avatar

    What a cute dog! 😀

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