Name:
Braveheart

Breed:
Irish Terrier Cross

Sex:
Male

Age:
5 Years

This dog was spotted quietly wandering around when our Inspector was busy with an investigation at a squatter camp. Although he was wary, he’d been badly abused and burnt by burning oil, he was not aggressive and came willingly when our Inspector called him. At the shelter he stood passively while we cleaned him up as best we could. Remarkably whilst he had no hair left around his eyes, his eyes were clear and seem fine. A few weeks later and his coat has definitely improved although he still bears many scars. Braveheart has an independent nature, he probably hasn’t had much affection or any chance to bond with someone. But dogs are wonderfully forgiving and given time, care and affection, Braveheart could prove to be a great friend and companion. Braveheart has recently developed a passion for chelsea buns. He gently puts his paw on your knee to ask for a piece – how can one resist such a request?

Albert Schweitzer’s “Prayer for the Animals” is our tribute to Braveheart. We hope he will find a “heart of compassion, gentle hands and kindly words”.

“Hear our humble prayer, O God
For our friends, the animals
Especially for animals who are suffering
For any that are hunted or lost or
deserted or frightened or hungry.
For all that must be put to death,
We entreat for them all
Thy mercy and pity.
And for those who deal with them
We ask a heart of compassion,
Gentle hands and kindly words”