He was once a victim of horrifying violence and abuse - but now he's saving lives alongside his rescuers. Buddy the 10-year-old rescue dog was in a terrible condition after his cruel owners cut off his tail with a kitchen knife and blasted him with a rifle.
RSPCA inspectors didn't believe they could recover the Buddy's body from the air rifle wounds and flea infestation - but Chief Inspector Jayne Forrest, of South Yorkshire Police, did all she could to help nurse him back to full strength. Now, he spends his days bringing joy to officers and staff.
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