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Friday, July 2, 2010

Community steps up to find PTSD Vet's dog

A War Hero Reunites with his Dog

Two days after a Rogersville War Hero's dog disappeared, the much loved pet is back home.

Tuesday night, WAAY 31 told you about "Sam." he was a gift to wounded veteran, Jimmy Roberts, who struggles with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, after two tours in Iraq. After our story aired, people all over Rogersville started looking for Sam. Tonight, we're happy to report he's back home.

It's the story of a War Hero, wounded in Iraq, given the gift of a Blue Heeler, to help him get through the day. The dog named Sam disappeared on Monday, but now he's back in his owner's arms. He's Jimmy best friend, he's also his therapy, as he fights Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

"I feel like things are more cheerful and lighter now, it's good to have him back," said Former Sgt. Jimmy Roberts.
read more here
http://www.waaytv.com/Global/story.asp?S=12738523

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