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Stories featuring the Vicktory dogs rescued from Michael Vick's fighting ring
Best Friends Animal Society was among the first national animal welfare organizations to advocate for the former fighting dogs rescued from the property of NFL quarterback Michael Vick. In 2008, 22 of the most traumatized dogs came to Best Friends, where the quest to rehabilitate them began.
Their amazing resilience — and journey back to health and happiness — proved there's no such thing as "too damaged" or "beyond hope," that no dog is inherently vicious, no matter his or her breed or background. That every dog should be treated as the individual he or she is.
Today, the dogs rescued from Vick’s property are collectively known as the Vicktory dogs at Best Friends — and with good reason: They have overcome unimaginable abuse, and, with grace and courage, triumphed.
fighting ring held at Sanctuary.
ception about former fighting dogs explored.
is now in a foster-to-adopt home.
also ready for the right adoptive home.
To see our entire playlist of videos featuring the Vicktory dogs, click here.