- The Kentucky Humane Society took in a German shepherd named Magic in January.
- Magic arrived with a headshot wound and underwent "multiple" surgeries while recovering.
A German Shepherd who suffered a headshot wound and underwent "multiple reparative surgeries" has found his "furever home."
In a statement shared with Insider, the Kentucky Human Society (KHS) said Louisville Metro Animal Services rescued a dog named Magic on January 17 after a bullet entered his head above his eye, traveled through his nasal cavity, and passed through his tongue before breaking his jaw.
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"For the past eight months, Magic has patiently recovered under the watchful eye of his foster mama and KHS staff member, Ally," the Facebook post read. "She tirelessly helped Magic heal physically and emotionally from the cruelty he experienced at the hands of a human."
In their statement, KHS said staffers performed emergency surgery to close Magic's wounds, removed bone and teeth fragments, and repaired his tongue. The statement added that he had to eat baby food and syringe-fed while he healed.
Magic eventually met his current family, who decided to try a "foster first" option that allows potential adopters 14 days to familiarize themselves with a pet before finalizing the adoption.
"To nobody's surprise, they fell in love with Magic and finalized his adoption today!" the Facebook continued. "Now Magic can finally put his past behind him."
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