Best Buddies

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A few years ago we adopted Hank, the giant schnauzer, after he became a foster failure.  He came to us weighing a little over 50 pounds and skin and bone.  He was so thin you could see all of his ribs and his coat wasn't that short.  He couldn't run around the yard once without panting.  Now three years later he has grown several inches and is strong and sleek.  He also has a wonderful compassionate side for his friend Celtic, another giant schnauzer.  Celtic is a rescue who was turned over to us by a wonderful lady with many sudden health problems.  After Celtic arrived, VSGSR discovered that Celtic had severe hip dysplasia and would have to have at least one hip replaced if he were to survive more than two years.  This little boy with his disability has a heart of gold.  His eyelashes stand askew on his forehead and he always has the schnauzer wiggle butt in motion and a smile on his face.  Before he had the surgery, he would run around the yard with the big boys and his hind end would give out and he would do a face plant in the dirt.  He would jump right up and run to catch up.

Hank was very aware of Celtic's limitations and would play with him so carefully.  When Celtic was tired, Hank would lay down and they would wrestle on the ground or floor.  The night before Celtic's surgery, he had to go back to the clinic to get medications and spend the night.  Hank went with him and spent the night with him to keep him company.  Celtic is back with us for two months while the lady who has fostered him since his surgery is out of the country.  Hank and Celtic have renewed their friendship, and Hank is for the most part, his courteous self in playing with Celtic.  You can see them in the video.  It warms my heart to watch them.

Comments

[Monty's mom]

If that doesn't put a smile on your face, I don't know what will. Thanks for sharing.

[Christine]

Oh, I loved watching that. They are a perfect match for one another.

Christine