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The Heroine posted on 14th of january, 2010

One of my models is now a real hero! She'll soon be famous county wide.

This is Ginger

Last weekend a friend of mine set out on a mountain bike ride up a desolate county road in the ice and snow. It was a route he takes quite often and it didn't seem to bother him that it was cold because he had just gotten a whole new winter wardrobe to help keep him warm. How lucky that was! The road is a very rough forest service area used mostly by us hikers, cyclists, and some hunters. His wife and I went on a trip to play in the snow and when we returned he still wasn't back. She went looking for him and found him lying near a patch of ice where he had fallen and broken his leg. Ginger had followed him on his ride as she often does. He laid in the cold for 3 hours with Ginger there to keep him company and offer a bit of warmth. She also would run down the road and bark periodically to try and make someone come to his aid. She must have watched a lot of Lassie shows when she was a puppy! She's getting attention like a celebrity now, with an article being written in the local paper. The injured biker is on the mend and very glad she was his companion that day. I also should say that Ginger knows what it's like to be injured and need help. About a year ago she was hit by a car and lost a leg. So, if any buyers need a REAL HEROINE I have one to offer!

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Comments (28)

	Great story Susan! Just another good reason to have a dog! - posted by Littlemacproductions on January 25, 2010
	Ginger readily accepts all hugs! And I'll bet she's anxious for her cycling buddy to get back out with her! - posted by Noonie on January 19, 2010
	What a touching story! I love animal and esp dogs and anytime I read how they love us, I am touched in heart. I am sending a big caress to this wonderful beautiful lovely Ginger - posted by Starblue on January 19, 2010
	this is what we call unconditional love. sadly enough , only animals possess such a virtue. i've seen many examples of this in my travels. little broken sparrow crawling on its wing to rescue another just hit by a car. prairie dogs with half their bodies broken by a senseless driver crying for each other as they slowly watch life leaving their broken bodies. whoever said animals have no feelings, never played or spent quality time with animals . - posted by Tan510jomast on January 17, 2010
	Thanks, everyone! The update sounds good, the therapy is going well. - posted by Noonie on January 16, 2010
	Way to go Ginger! Hope your friend is mending well. - posted by Karenkh on January 16, 2010
	Inspiring! - posted by Ponytail1414 on January 15, 2010
	It's a very touching story, this what a lot of people should learn from our little friends - loyalty and courage. thanks for sharing! - posted by Kaththea on January 15, 2010
	what a nice story, hope human picks up some of the qualities of Ginger. - posted by Creativei on January 15, 2010
	A very good biking buddy and friend, indeed! - posted by Noonie on January 15, 2010
	Hi,susan. Thank you for telling us this touching true story! It's a real hero!!!It is our human friends. - posted by Linqong on January 15, 2010
	Very good dog! He's very lucky to have such a good companion! - posted by Conceptualcreations on January 15, 2010
	When you call 911 the first responders head out to assist, so what does that make Ginger? A first-first responder! :)) - posted by Noonie on January 15, 2010
	Whow... great story! Lots of hugs from me too!! - posted by Maigi on January 15, 2010
	Ginger the heroine. Way to go! - posted by Georgeskyrillos on January 15, 2010
	cute dog and great story! - posted by smartview27 on January 15, 2010
	what a lovely story, well done Ginger - you must be so proud - posted by Frantab01 on January 15, 2010
	oh wow!!! wonderful dog! :)) three cheers to ginger! - posted by Keki on January 14, 2010
	Wonderful story (besides your friends broken leg), you go Ginger. - posted by Fultonsphoto on January 14, 2010
	Clapping hands for Ginger! She has nice teeth :D You should learn something from her Susan :-P - posted by Mani33 on January 14, 2010
	Thanks, Marilyn I'll put your name on a treat for her. Rozenn, thanks for reading! - posted by Noonie on January 14, 2010
	Thanks for sharing this inspiring story with us - posted by Rosedarc on January 14, 2010
	Big hug and LOTS of treats for Ginger! :) - posted by Marilyngould on January 14, 2010
	The paper called me for a photo so I decided she needed to be featured here. She's so unique looking!!! She'll get lots of treats and hugs now! Thanks everybody! - posted by Noonie on January 14, 2010
	what a wonderful story.And a Great hero Ginger is.Hugs to Ginger - posted by Dmccale on January 14, 2010
	Yeah good dog! Big hug for Ginger! - posted by Littledesire on January 14, 2010
	What a great story. Thank God that everyone is OK. - posted by Gerrymphotos on January 14, 2010
	Excellent outcome it could so easily have been different! I knew I loved dogs for a good reason! Someone give her a doggy treat from me ;) - posted by Wildmac on January 14, 2010

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