Disturbing footage shows the moments a pair of hikers in California found, Argon, a dog abandoned with a zip tie fastened around his snout.
A pair of hikers in California found an abandoned dog with a zip tie fastened around his snout, as well as another tied around his neck, according to two nonprofit animal organizations." announced they are offering a $5,100 reward for information that leads to the conviction of whomever is responsible for "the cruel abuse and abandonment" of the dog, whose name is Argon .
"At approximately 7:45 p.m., two compassionate hikers discovered the distressed dog," according to the release. "His mouth was cruelly zip tied shut, and another zip tie constricted his neck. Despite the harrowing situation, the hikers swiftly called 911 and managed to remove the zip tie from his mouth before police and animal control arrived. Together, they freed him from the zip tie around his neck and carried him to safety.
"The individuals who rescued the dog are deeply committed to ensuring his well-being and are eager to find him a loving home, if his prognosis allows," the release noted. "Their dedication extends to seeking justice for the heinous act of cruelty he endured."
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