Dog badly beaten at border; attacker sought
A dog beaten by an unidentified man at the U.S.-Mexico border is being cared for by the San Diego County Animal Services Department while authorities try to find the dog's assailant for prosecution.
The dog was rescued by the Border Patrol last week after a video from a security camera showed it being punched, strangled and thrown against the border fence. X-rays showed the dog, a 10-week-old terrier mix, has suffered multiple fractures of its right hind leg, officials said Tuesday.
"This is by far the most horrific video I have ever seen of an animal being abused," said Dawn Danielsen, director of animal services.
San Diego Animal Advocates and the Animal Rescue and Protection League have offered a $2,000 reward leading to an arrest and conviction. Tipsters are advised to call (619) 767-2624.
The dog, despite its injuries, is said to be perky, earning it the nickname "Spirit."
-- Tony Perry
Photo: San Diego County Department of Animal Services
Some men think they are so macho. But anyone that would beat up a dog, no - a puppy, beat up a puppy like that, has got to be the biggest sissy I've ever heard of.
Posted by: JMGallo | July 09, 2008 at 01:04 PM
Only a sick coward would do this to an animal that has just been given life. Disgraceful - this 'person' could only be described as a monster.
Posted by: Rochelle | July 09, 2008 at 02:06 PM