Luna’s Legacy: Christmas ‘miracle’ as ‘abandoned’ dog hit by van in Mansfield recovers

An animal rescue charity in Nottinghamshire raised more than GBP1,000 for vet bills supporting an "abandoned" dog hit by a van in Mansfield - as the greyhound receives treatment from a top veterinary team. Watch more of our videos on Shots! and live on Freeview channel 276

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Beauty's Legacy -- a charity run by volunteers who help reunite lost or stolen pets -- launched a plea for donations to cover vet costs of Luna, a dog who was found injured in Mansfield[2] after being hit by a van last week. Lisa Dean[3], founder of the animal welfare charity, said the four-year-old greyhound was abandoned with the owner "uninterested" in the dog after she was found by police.

As a result of her injuries, Lisa said Luna's treatment equated to a hefty vet bill of GBP1,500 as the charity is currently liaising with the vets to ensure Luna receives the treatment she needs.

Luna is now being cared for by a foster owner.

The young greyhound's treatment fund reached a "fantastic" GBP1,400 which has covered her vet bills. Lisa, who was full of praise for all those who have supported Luna's journey, said: "The staff at Mansfield Vets4Pets are showering her with love, along with the very best care and I want to thank them all from the bottom of my heart, especially Rebecca, Kayley and Sam who are going above and beyond for this special girl.