It’s truly shocking how cruel some people can be to dogs. These innocent animals too often endure senseless pain and suffering.

In April 2021, the Tunica Humane Society reported that a dog named Buddy, described as a “happy and carefree dog” who was “never a threat to anyone,” was set on fire. He was found with his face completely scorched and charred black, with an extension cord wrapped around his neck.A video posted by the rescue shows Buddy playing fetch:

While it’s a huge breakthrough, Buddy isn’t out of the woods entirely. He hasn’t fully healed, and his eyelids will need some work to protect his eyes, the Humane Society wrote on Facebook.

And because of the severity of his injuries, he will have some special needs for the rest of his life.

“His skin is going to be sensitive, his eyes will probably require eye drops, he’ll have to wear sunscreen when he’s outside,” Williams told WREG. “He is not going to be a dog that can stay out in the sun hours at a time.”