Guy punches kangaroo to save his dog

AUSTRALIA (KTRK) -- A hunter in Australia had to fight a kangaroo to help save his dog.

This dog lover took on a kangaroo after the animal had his dog Max, in a headlock.

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The man ran towards the kangaroo and the two squared off.

The incident reportedly happened in Australia when a group of hunters went with dogs to catch a wild boar, according to WEWS.