DogTown Episode Features Socialization Test
March 27, 2009 by Paris and John
Filed under Celebrity Dog News, News
Don’t forget tonight’s new episode of DogTown on the National Geographic Channel, the second episode this season.
In tonight’s episode, dog care manager Michelle Besmehn travels to LA to rescue several older dogs from an overcrowded puppy mill, many with medical issues.
Tonight’s Dogs:
- Mei Mei, a young Chihuahua who likely spent her life in a cage, and needs Michelle’s training to become house-trained
- Gertie, a bulgy-eyed shih tzu, requires the right home for her special needs
- Charro, an adult Lab mix with a persistent cough, is rescued from a neglectful home by an animal welfare group. Dr. Mike performs a risky lung surgery on Charro that he’s never done before.
Preview
Here’s a fascinating preview from tonight’s show. If you’ve ever wondered how shelters determine if dogs are ready for adoption, watch as Mei Mei the Chihuahua goes through a socialization test to see if she’s a good candidate for a new family.
Photo by Pablo Durana / National Geographic TV
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