Lexington, KY – A sweet dog suffered horrific injuries when he was pummeled with rocks being hurled at him by children. Thankfully, a kind good Samaritan witnessed the terrible abuse and helped save the dog’s life.

Lexington Humane Society writes of the terrible abuse:

Curled up in a ball in the street, Rudy wasn’t just abandoned—he was subjected to unthinkable cruelty. Children were seen throwing rocks at him, over and over again, as he tried to disappear into the pavement. A kindhearted bystander witnessed the horror, intervened, and rushed him to our partners at Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control. Just hearing his story brought tears to our eyes… and that was before we saw his injuries.

Describing his excruciating injuries:

Half of Rudy’s jaw was degloved and hanging loose below his mouth. Several bottom teeth were uprooted but still lodged in his detached lip. His legs were covered in puncture wounds of unknown origin.

The public showed an outpouring of love for the abused dog and under the shelter’s care, he began to heal.

A foster home was secured for Rudy, and he will remain there until he has fully recuperated from his traumas.

On February 27, the shelter said:

Rudy is off to foster care, where he’ll get the love and rest he needs to heal and recover!
We’re so grateful for everyone who has supported him, and we’ll be sure to keep you updated on his progress.
Every single one of you has sent Rudy’s tail into overdrive with joy and hope!

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