The Sweetest Cherry

The show Dogtown (one of Turbo's favorites, airing on the National Geographic Channel) premiered this season with the two-hour episode "Saving the Michael Vick Dogs." The program was equal parts heart-wrenching and heart-warming. Dogtown is not only a show but also a part of the largest no-kill animal sanctuary in the nation, the Best Friends Animal Society Sanctuary. Located on 3000 sprawling acres of beautiful scenic canyon country in Kanab, Utah it's a haven not just for dogs, but also cats, horses, pigs, birds and many other cuddly creatures in need.

Cherry , the adorable pit bull pictured here is one of dogs featured in the show. He was one of 22 pit bulls seized from the wretched dogfighting training camp owned by Michael Vick last year and sent to be rehabilitated at Dogtown. Cherry had been so traumatized by his past experiences and fearful of people that he couldn't even walk on a leash when he first arrived at the refuge. He just flattened to the ground and his caretakers would have to carry him. When Cherry finally started walking, it was in a very low-crouching, skulking manner. It was heartbreaking to watch this beautiful creature who was virtually paralyzed as a result of the actions of those who should have been his biggest defenders, rather than his biggest detractors. But the folks at Dogtown have worked lovingly and diligently with him, and Turbo is happy to report that Cherry has progressed tremendously in the year since he was rescued. He not only jumps in excitement when he sees his trainers, he's also having play dates with another dog at the shelter. It is their hope that eventually he will be adoptable and they're working towards that end. You need only look at that sweet face and into those lovingly soulful eyes to know that they will achieve this goal.

Cherry is just one of the success stories that came out of a horrible situation. The staff at Best Friends, Dogtown are truly angels to these and many other beautiful pooches. Their organization is supported entirely through donations, so Turbo asks that if you can spare anything to help them keep up their noble work then please do. To donate click on this "link." Turbo thanks you.