Ellie the blind spaniel gets guide dog

Blind King Charles Spaniel Ellie has her own guide dog – her best pal Leo the German Shepherd. Ellie, who is only a few months old, has cataracts and only see shadows.

But she's made a big friend in Leo, who has taken to guiding her around and making sure other dogs don't get too close for comfort.

Owner Julie Lander said: “I take them for walks in the park and Leo guides Ellie around. He is so protective and herds the more boisterous dogs away from her."



Julie, of Bamford Street, Royton, Oldham, is now trying to raise £2,500 for an operation to help Ellie see

Jean Spencer, manager of the Rochdale RSPCA shelter said: "Ellie has cataracts is only aware of shadows.

"But Leo has become her eyes. It's touching to watch them together - she follows him around and snuggles up to him."