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“Will to Survive”
April 30, 2009, 2:17PM MT
By Cheri Moon
Tune in Friday, May 1 for a new episode of DogTown
Tune in Friday, May 1 for a new episode of DogTown
Many of the animals who arrive at the Best Friends Sanctuary come from heartbreaking situations. However, staff is on hand to help them overcome their past adversities, in essence beginning their lives anew, in hope that they one day will be adopted into loving homes.
This Friday’s episode of DogTown will highlight three such dogs
• Chico: Trainer John Garcia takes on a tough project with Chico, a border-collie mix with strong prey drive, who came to the sanctuary after killing a family Yorkie and some chickens. John’s determined to teach Chico, the right way to behave around small animals so the dog can one day live safely in a home.
• Tuxedo: Trainer Ann Allums faces a new challenge with Tuxedo, a puppy who arrived at DogTown near death and lost his eyesight as a result of Salmonella poisoning. Ann must help this adorable pup learn basic skills and obedience to keep him out of danger.
• Scone: Trainer Pat Whitacre comes to the rescue of a stray chocolate lab-mix named Scone who was days away from being euthanized at a local animal control center. Scone is severely emaciated with bones protruding from his body and a jerky gait from an unknown injury. Pat’s determined to help the gentle-natured dog find a home, but first he needs to help the dog get healthy.
Will to Survive is scheduled to air this Friday, May 1 at 10:00 p.m. Eastern on the National Geographic channel.
Please be sure to clear all your Friday nights this spring, as new episodes are scheduled through May:
• Life After Dogtown: Friday, May 8
Updates on some past favorites including Tuffy, Remington, Ruger, Aristotle, Wiggles and Johnny
• A Fresh Start: Friday, May 15
Featuring Bingo, Casey and Zambi
• Rescue and Renewal: Friday, May 22
Featuring Parker, Barney and Buzz
? For more information, see the DogTown website
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
1. Host a Party for a Purpose during a Dogtown episode to help Best Friends celebrate 25 years of history. Click here to complete the online registration form.
2. Help support Best Friends by sponsoring one of the many Sanctuary residents.
For more information:
• DogTown at Best Friends
• DogTown on National Geographic
Photograph by Terrah Johnson
Posted by Cheri Moon, Best Friends staff