In Flagler County, Florida Rocky, a German shepherd who reportedly had been shot in the face with a pellet gun last month has been adopted by an employee of the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Facebook page for the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, a call last month led deputies to a young shepherd left suffering in his kennel with a gunshot wound to his face. The previous owner, Jamier Lee, 25, was arrested and charged with felony animal cruelty, and the dog was taken to the Palm Coast Animal Control where he received treatment for his injuries.
All the vets said he was a sweet dog and he’d make a full recovery,” his adopter said. “They needed someone to foster him immediately when he was released from the vet following surgery, so he wouldn’t have to go to the shelter. We agreed to take him right away!”
Rocky’s new family
The bullet entered through Rocky’s snout and his bottom lip, into his neck, shoulder area and through his left front leg. His treatment included staples, drains and a metal pin surgically implanted into his leg for stability. At first he was not able to bear weight on his leg and hopped around. And now, after five weeks, he is much better, loves to play with his toys, the other dogs in the home and loves everyone he meets.
I’m glad to see this innocent animal is recovering and thriving. This poor animal has had a rough start to life, suffering abuse no animal should go through. His story touched the hearts of many in the community and I’m thrilled to see his progress. Thank you to all the personnel involved in his rescue and to our employee for giving him the second chance he deserves.”
Sheriff Rick Staly
Live a long and loving life Rocky with your family.
(Photos via Flagler County Sheriff’s Office)
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