Dog who escaped murder undergoes serious head operation to repair axe wound

A dog who escaped certain murder has made it through a serious head operation to repair what is believed to be an axe wound. 

According to My Lovely Horse Rescue (MLHR), the dog - named Maeve - went through the surgery yesterday (January 9) and "is recovering". 

An MLHR spokesperson recounted Maeve's story on their official Facebook page, stating: "For anyone that doesn’t know the sad cruel story of Maeve, someone tried to murder her with an axe to the head. 

They continued: "Maeve has been at Southview for weeks now, she’s an unbelievable trooper, the sweetest dog, we could all learn from Maeve and her bravery. 

"Everyone is rooting for her." 

In a video of Maeve posted on X (formerly Twitter) last week (January 5), MLHR confirmed Maeve's skull could be seen through the head wound when she first arrived. 

A video was also posted by MLHR in mid-December 2023 after she was rescued: 

Although Maeve is currently recovering, MLHR is encouraging anyone who wishes to donate towards her long term veterinary care can do so here.