Buddy the Miracle Lab

Buddy the Miracle Lab Turning pain into triumph Buddy lived a happy life in his little rural neighborhood in northwestern Mississippi. There, his burns were healed.
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Then on the afternoon of April 22, 2021, a neighbor saw him stumbling along the road with an electrical cord tied around his neck and his face badly burned. Because of the severity of his injuries, Buddy was relinquished into the arms of the Tunica Humane Society for medical care. Volunteers for the humane society first brought him to local veterinarians where he was stabilized and provided initia

l treatment prior to transferring to the Animal Health Center at the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After months of intense treatment, he happily went to his forever home with Dr. Betsy Swanson, the veterinary surgeon who led his medical care team at Mississippi State. It turned out that Buddy had been intentionally set on fire by a juvenile. At the time, the State of Mississippi did not allow children under the age of 13 to be charged with a crime. Buddy's story was already in the Memphis news, but this revelation caused it to go viral. Thousands of people followed every step in his healing progress. A petition was started to change the law in Mississippi. After a lot of hard work by a dedicated team of state legislators led by Senator Angela Hill, Buddy's Law was signed into law on May 19, 2022. The law requires that both juveniles and adults who are charged with animal cruelty and torture must undergo psychiatric evaluation and treatment. Turning pain into triumph. Buddy's journey from horror to victory captured the hearts of people from all over the world. He became the face for the voiceless, standing up against and bringing awareness to the issue of animal cruelty. Thanks to all of his supporters, something good came out of something so bad. Buddy now spends his days in love and safety. He loves meeting new and old friends. You may see him around town and as a guest-of-honor at events. Please stop by and say hi on his page! We thank all the wonderful friends who have carried Buddy in their hearts since his story first broke - he wouldn't be here without you!

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I’m so excited to share that I’m officially a Therapy Dog-in-Training. With my mom, of course! ☺️

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At The Home Depot waiting for my test. Hoping to share good news!
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At The Home Depot waiting for my test. Hoping to share good news!

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More 4th of July Starkville Community Market fun!
Gotta say hi when I get there! And I know the best shady places (thanks for sharing)!! My mom brought lots of fresh water to keep me cool. It was great seeing y’all!



Look who I found at the Starkville Community Market yesterday! How cool! This was such a wonderful moment. 💗
07/05/2026

Look who I found at the Starkville Community Market yesterday! How cool! This was such a wonderful moment. 💗

I’m ready to celebrate! Off to the market!
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I’m ready to celebrate! Off to the market!

Grateful for fresh air, the cool earth, a pleasant breeze, and lots and lots of people to say hi to. ☺️🩷 Glad to be out ...
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Grateful for fresh air, the cool earth, a pleasant breeze, and lots and lots of people to say hi to. ☺️🩷
Glad to be out and about in Downtown Starkville today. My mom picked up a nasty bug while traveling a few weeks ago and has been really sick. She says she’s sorry for not posting!




Good morning! I’m at the market this morning. Will I see you?? Starkville Community Market
06/27/2026

Good morning! I’m at the market this morning. Will I see you?? Starkville Community Market

What’s your favorite hangout? I love to people watch on Main Street. I won’t decline a pet - or two or three either! 🩷
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What’s your favorite hangout? I love to people watch on Main Street. I won’t decline a pet - or two or three either! 🩷

Who doesn’t love a car ride??
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Who doesn’t love a car ride??

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