My Black German Shepherd, TURBO!!!

by Kevin
(Costa Mesa, CA)

My name is Kevin. I served 4 years in the Marine Corps (2001-2005), including being in the invasion of Iraq in 2003. I found out about K-9s helping with PTSD. So, I went through a very good organization called 4Paws4Patriots.

I was hoping for a white Siberian Husky. 4Paws told me that they the mainly have Labs, but they had a black German Shepherd. They said it was a rare color, so I went along with it. That's how I ended up with Turbo.

He loves people and other dogs. When I take him to the dog park, he mainly migrates to other German Shepherds. He's my buddy.


Total German Shepherd: Hi Kevin,

First of all, let me tell you how thankful I am to you for serving for your country and your duty in protecting us. Thanks so much - words cannot express exactly the gratitude I feel for the sacrifices the armed forces men and women make for us every day but I am completely in awe of your dedication and effort and I thank you for everything that you did.

OK, now on to your beautiful Turbo. He is gorgeous for sure and I am so happy that you have him. You didn't mention how old he is but I'm guessing he's a pretty young fellow. If you ever have any need of anything health or training related concerning GSDs please feel free to look around this site and you'll probably find it - especially in health information.

Continued success with him and I hope he continues to energize your relationship and to make you feel better at the same time. There's no friend like the love of a good dog. And your Black German Shepherd Turbo certainly fits the bill I'll bet!!