A "mercilessly bullied" rescue dog who was starved until he was "just skin and bones" is searching for a second chance at life in Norfolk.  

Volunteers saved Hudson after he was targeted by gangs of stray dogs who "never allowed him to eat" at a shelter in Romania. 

He was moved to a private shelter where he could recover before travelling to Safe Rescue for Dogs in Wymondham. 

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Volunteers saved Hudson after he was targeted by gangs of stray dogsVolunteers saved Hudson after he was targeted by gangs of stray dogs (Image: Safe Rescue for Dogs)

Hudson is a large crossbreed aged around five years old, who is now looking for his forever home in the county. 

A spokesman from the rescue centre said: "Hudson is an amazing boy who charms everyone he meets; he is calm and placid and such a gentle giant." 

Despite his past trauma, Hudson has been mixing well with the other dogs in his foster home. 

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Hudson has been described as a gentle giantHudson has been described as a "gentle giant" (Image: Safe Rescue for Dogs)

"We can see why his placid nature would make him such an easy target in the shelter as he just won’t stick up for himself,” the spokesman added. 

Hudson enjoys walks and could live with children aged 10 plus. 

More information can be found on the Safe Rescue for Dogs website.