GASTON COUNTY, N.C. — A video of a canine in a Gaston County yard went viral not too long ago after it appeared to indicate the canine chained up in poor situation — however now the canine has obtained medical therapy.
Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement says officers obtained a tip a couple of “black doodle canine in want of shelter.â€
Video shared with Channel 9 exhibits the canine pacing across the yard, surrounded by birds. Pictures confirmed that the dog’s fur was severely matted.
The canine, named “Bentley,†had a wound on his neck that was presumably contaminated, in accordance with GCACE. The animal care officers escorted Bentley and Bentley’s proprietor to a veterinarian for emergency medical evaluation.
On Saturday, animal care officers went out to the home and offered a brand new canine home, bedding, and water bucket for the canine, in accordance with a information launch shared on Monday.
On Sunday, Bentley was taken to a full-service clinic, the place he was sedated, medically groomed, and handled for his neck wound. Officials stated he obtained an antibiotic shot, and he has a follow-up appointment within the subsequent two weeks.
Bentley is now being cared for by one other citizen, in accordance with GCACE. Officials stated Bentley’s proprietor is cooperating with animal authorities.
The company says the case is an ongoing investigation, and GCACE will probably be working with the Gaston County District Attorney’s Office to see if prices will probably be filed.
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