An Atlanta area resident is getting a special gift for Christmas - a new dog.Robert Kennedy, who rescued a dog from Murphey Candler Park last week, will become its new owner once all the paper work has been finalized.
The German Shepherd, who now goes by the name of Murphy, was found with severe head injuries after being hit in the head with a sledgehammer.
The dog's previous owner, Joseph Waters (pictured above), was arrested and taken to DeKalb County Jail on $25,000 bond, charged with a felony count of animal cruelty.
Murphy, who was named for the park where he was discovered, was taken to Pets are People Too of Dunwoody for treatment. Despite losing an eye in the attack, Murphy does not appear to have suffered permanent brain damage, according to vets.
Kennedy has set up a trust fund Thursday to help cover the costs that may reach $6,000.
Those interested in helping Kennedy with Murphy's medical bills can make a gift at any Wachovia Bank branch, to the Murphy the Dog account, number 1010209642669.
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