Rescued therapy dog ‘Buddy’ brings comfort to court victims in El Paso

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Buddy, a therapy dog at the El Paso District Attorney's Office, has been providing comfort to victims testifying in court.

Interestingly, Buddy himself was rescued and rehabilitated after suffering abuse before becoming a therapy dog. His own success story is an inspiration to those he helps.

"I hope that buddy's, you know, story is something that it can be helpful to prevent more any animal this, and just to let the victims of crime who come to our office that if they want to meet buddy, just let us know," said Lorena Garcia, Buddy's handler.

Buddy's story is one you have to watch Thursday only on ABC-7 at 6 p.m.