Florida puppy that escaped alligator’s jaws becomes sheriff ‘deputy dog’

Gunner the puppy survived a close encounter with an alligator’s jaws last month – with video of his escape, aided by owner Richard, quickly going viral.

Now he’s been honoured as a “deputy dog” by his local sheriff in Florida.

The five-month-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel will work with Lee County Sheriff’s Office to educate children about safety.