Austin and Ella 1

In recent days we noticed that blind Austin, our little Beagle, has found a new friend to roughhouse with — three-legged Ella.  Most evenings after dinner, if the weather is nice, they wrestle with each other on "the beach" by the front of our house.  I had to sneak quietly around the corner of the house to get these photos, because usually they'll stop playing if they think someone is approaching.  I managed to get the shot above and this next one…

Austin and Ella 2

… before they heard the click of the shutter and stopped to see who was there:

Austin and Ella 3

If you were trying to handicap (pun intended) the outcome of the wrestling match, would you bet the smaller one who is blind but has four legs can get the better of the larger dog who can see but has three legs … or the other way around?  In fact, they seem pretty evenly matched … and sure enjoy it!

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16 responses to “My New Playmate”

  1. Nancy Carlson Avatar
    Nancy Carlson

    I’ve had a rough day with humans – thanks for making me laugh and smile . . . going home to “hang” with my eight cats 🙂

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  2. Kate & Luke Avatar
    Kate & Luke

    Austin is such a fun little guy, Im suprised he hasnt been scooped up yet! He’s always making new friends and looking for a good time! and Yay for Ella the more positive experiences the better!

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  3. Doe George Avatar
    Doe George

    Life Is Soooooo Gooood!
    Smiles, Smiles, Smiles! Pictures like these showcase what You, Alayne, and RDR are all about!

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  4. Ev Avatar
    Ev

    Thanks for sharing the pics of those 2 happily rough housing. You, I mean they……..brought a smile to my face.

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  5. Carla Polastro-Nigro Avatar

    What happy pictures!! Bella Ella seems to have come a long way from her early days at the ranch, doesn’t she?
    Thank you, Steve, for sharing these joyful images with all of us.
    Have a good week-end, Carla (leaving on Sunday for Lebanon)

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  6. Ann Avatar
    Ann

    These pictures made me smile…it’s so nice to see how much fun Ella and Austin have!

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  7. Lynn (in Louisiana) Avatar
    Lynn (in Louisiana)

    Great action shots!! I’m so glad Ella is having fun. Thank you for changing her life and again THANK YOU to her rescuer!! And, thank you Austin for being such a good friend to everyone. Will Ella get her heartworm treatment when you all get settled in NH??

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  8. Lynne Parker Avatar

    I’m so glad little Ella has a playmate and is fitting in! That is so sweet.
    Wow, Moving Day is coming up fast!

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  9. Janet in Cambridge Avatar

    Finally, Bella Ella can enjoy just being a dog.

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  10. Mary Avatar
    Mary

    I’m so happy to see that Ella is doing well and that Austin has a new playmate. I love the slightly guilty look on his face in the last picture!

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  11. Aliza Avatar
    Aliza

    I’m glad to see things are really turning around for Ella–she seems to be letting her guard down more and more…becoming the dog she was always meant to be.

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  12. Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin Avatar
    Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin

    Good times!!! Austin is so fun-loving & always looking for a new friend. I’m glad he chose Ella who is enjoying it too! Love the pic when they look to see who is watching!!!

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  13. Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin Avatar
    Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin

    Good times!!! Austin is so fun-loving & always looking for a new friend. I’m glad he chose Ella who is enjoying it too! Love the pic when they look to see who is watching!!!

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  14. Glenda Avatar
    Glenda

    Ah…the simple basics in life!
    What a joy~

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  15. Berniece Wyndham Avatar
    Berniece Wyndham

    I just resued I think a daschound that someone had dropped out, the vet said said he is old and thought he needed to be put down but I couldn’t do that so after many dollers he is better and fits in with the other two resued dogs. His name is Dash.We have a three legged cat and other cats also, l live in the country and enjoy them all. Have always loved animals and try to take good care of them. Berniece Wyndham

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