Jermaine Pennant Rescued by His Own Dog After German Shepherd Attack
Former Arsenal and Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant needed over 50 stitches after a German Shepherd attacked him, and he says his dog King fought off the attacker, British media reported.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Jermaine Pennant, a former winger for Arsenal and Liverpool, was rescued by his own dog, King, when a German Shepherd attacked him in the street, according to British media.
Injury and social media post
The 43-year-old, who retired from football in 2018, required over 50 stitches after the incident. He shared a photo on social media showing his right leg covered in heavy bandages.
Pennant’s account
In an Instagram post, Pennant said the German Shepherd attacked him and he tried to shield King, but the animal bit his leg instead. He wrote that he ended up on the ground, with the attacking dog refusing to release him.
According to Pennant, the situation changed when King stepped in and drove the other animal away, preventing what could have become a far worse outcome. He described King as a hero that kept protecting him and looking after him, and added: “King you’re a legend love you, man’s best friend.”
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