Lightning Strike Takes Buck the Guardian | Little Rock News

Lightning struck Rabbit Ridge Farms in Bee Branch, Arkansas, taking seven animals — six sheep and their guardian dog, Buck — in a devastating Monday morning storm. Buck, an Anatolian shepherd bred for protection, heroically tried to corral panicked sheep when the strike hit. Though some online critics questioned why the animals weren’t sheltered, Alan Mahan stood firm: real farming isn’t staged perfection — it’s grit, resilience, and honoring those who serve. Buck’s death was a sacrifice, not a failure. He was buried with full honors beside the flock he died protecting — a testament to his legacy and the unbreakable bond between farmer and guardian. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/72535e2ba70c0a5e