The RSPCA’s current Buddy story displays 7 October 2026, but describes a rescue in March 2023. The welfare account follows a bull lurcher removed from use in badger and fox baiting in Humberside.
Veterinary care came first
According to the charity, Buddy received a veterinary examination and moved to private boarding for ongoing care and rehabilitation. We have omitted graphic injury details.
Safe boarding was a long process
The RSPCA says Buddy remained in boarding for nearly two years while the case progressed. The account records transfer of ownership to the charity in February 2025 and a court case concluding in April 2025.
Check rehoming information directly
The story refers readers to Blackberry Farm animal centre. Read the RSPCA’s full account, which contains distressing material. Confirm current adoption availability with the charity; this article is not an adoption listing.
Give each dog its own pace
One reported recovery is not a timetable for another dog. For a grooming appointment, discuss handling preferences directly with a local groomer and use our appointment planning guide to prepare questions.
Source: RSPCA, current page displays 7 October 2026; checked 8 October 2026. The charity’s older youth-site copy displays 9 April 2026. This is a summary of its current account, not a claim that the rescue is new. Corrections: support@groomnear.com.
