Dogtown: A Journey of Recovery

The video follows Wy, a young dog at Best Friends refuge in Utah, who requires a leg amputation after a severe injury. Dr. Mike assesses Wy's condition and performs a challenging surgery. Post-surgery, Wy begins his recovery and learns to adapt to life with three legs, supported by trainers and medical staff.

What is the main philosophy of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary?

• Only adopt purebred animals.

• Animals are best kept in zoos.

• Kindness to animals improves the world for everyone.

• Animals should be left in the wild.

What was the initial condition of Wy's leg when he arrived at the sanctuary?

• It was already amputated.

• It had a minor scratch.

• It was perfectly healthy.

• It was mangled and infected.

Why did Dr. Mike decide to amputate Wy's leg?

• Wy had two healthy legs.

• The leg was already healed.

• The leg was beyond repair and causing pain.

• Wy was too old for surgery.

What was a significant challenge during Wy's surgery?

• There was no anesthesia available.

• Finding enough muscle to close the wound.

• Wy was too aggressive.

• The surgery room was too small.

What is a crucial part of Wy's recovery process?

• Eating more food.

• Learning to walk with three legs.

• Avoiding any movement.

• Sleeping all day.

How soon after surgery did Dr. Mike want Wy to start walking?

• One week later.

• One month later.

• 24 hours later.

• Immediately after surgery.

Why is it harder for dogs to lose a front leg compared to a back leg?

• They carry more weight in the front.

• Back legs are weaker.

• Front legs grow back faster.

• Front legs are less important.

What role does physical therapy play in Wy's recovery?

• It helps him adjust to having three legs.

• It makes him more aggressive.

• It is unnecessary for his recovery.

• It is only for older dogs.

What emotional support does Wy receive from his caregivers?

• They ignore him.

• They scold him for not walking.

• They hug and encourage him.

• They leave him alone to recover.

What is the ultimate goal for Wy's rehabilitation?

• To be adopted by a new family.

• To never walk again.

• To be able to walk independently.

• To stay in the sanctuary forever.