Heartbreaking footage of an abandoned dog tied to a fence during Hurricane Milton has sparked outrage online

People are holding a dog owner accountable who left their pet alone right before Hurricane Milton made landfall. An officer responds to a distress call regarding a dog that is tied to a fence near I-75 in a widely shared video that was made public by the Florida Highway Patrol on October 8. In the video, the dog is seen standing in water up to its legs while the officer approaches with caution.

The video shows the kind officer telling the terrified dog, “It’s okay.” The dog starts off growling and barking, but the officer handles it calmly and says, “I don’t blame you,” understanding the animal’s apprehension. It’s alright. “FHP Troopers rescued a dog left tied to a pole on I-75 near Bruce B Downs Blvd this morning,” the Florida Highway Patrol Tampa later tweeted. Please, don’t do this to your dogs.

The adandoned dog was rescued as is now safe and well (@FLHSMV/Twitter)

“The dog rescued by @FHPTampa is safe and receiving care,” the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles announced after verifying the canine’s rescue a few hours later. After being examined by a veterinarian, the dog was given the all-clear. The idea to name the rescued dog “Trooper” in honor of the police officers who saved it has been floated around social media.

There has been a great deal of public outcry over the abandonment, with many people advocating for legal action against the owner and expressing disgust at their behavior. Among the remarks were, “This is absurd.” “Those who harm children and pets are the lowest in society and need to be dealt with accordingly,” and “The owner needs to face legal consequences.”

Hurricane Milton has had a devastating impact on parts of Florida (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Regarding whether the dog’s owner has returned it, there have been varying accounts; however, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has verified that these reports are untrue. “The dog was rescued and taken to a vet where he received a clean bill of health,” the spokesperson claimed. Right now, he is secure and receiving attention.

This incident emphasizes the importance of careful pet management, particularly in dangerous situations like hurricanes, as well as the necessity of providing immediate care for animals during catastrophes.

NINE OBJECTS WHICH REDDITORS COULDN’T UNDERSTAND THEIR PURPOSE, AND SHARED TO LEARN 

Understanding everything isn’t always simple. Sometimes, we find things we don’t get. But the internet has helpful and smart people who can quickly explain mysteries. And here are 15 surprising discoveries with fascinating secrets to uncover.

1. ’’We got this as a wedding gift many years ago. But the gift giver refuses to tell us what it is!’’

Answer: Careful! It serves as a device to let you slice cheese without handling the block. It’s a cheese holder.

2. ’’What’s this plastic dolphin with slits?’’

Answer: I believe it’s a dive toy, like those dive sticks which you throw in the pool and dive down to get them.

3. ’’It’s half wood, half marble, two semi-circle dips and a mini spoon. What is it?’’

Answer: It’s a salt & pepper “pinch pot”.

4. ’’I bought a big pack of groceries from a local supermarket; they threw in this item for free.’’

Answer: It’s an orange peeler.

5. ’’What is this thing I found in my grandfather’s closet?’’

Answer: It’s to pick up sugar cubes.

6. ’’What’s this? It has a hole just big enough for a fingertip, and two nubs looking like it clips to something.’’

Answer: It’s a keyboard key remover. It’s to help install custom keys but if it didn’t come with any custom keys, they probably gave it to you to help you remove all the keys to make cleaning easier.

7. ’’What’s this electric tool? When plugged in and turned on it vibrates very intensely.’’

Answer: It’s a Swedish massager. The hand goes through the springs, and it vibrates the hand as you massage someone.

8. ’’It’s 3 inches long, appears to be nylon body with red rubbery glued-in ends. It’s light, hollow, makes no noise when shaken.’’

Answer: It’s a kururin, a Japanese fidget toy.

9. ’’Two plastic hook shaped tools with double forks on the end. What are these and what are they used for?’’

Answer: It’s a tick removal tool. It’s called a “tick twister”.

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