Dog seen in disturbing training video looks happy and healthy in new video

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Monday, January 17, 2022
Dog seen in disturbing training video appears healthy in new video
In an uplifting update from the Fort Bend DA's office, "Mugshot" the dog is seen happily running around outside. The viral abuse video is still under investigation.

ARCOLA, Texas (KTRK) -- A dog that went viral on social media for allegedly being abused by its trainer in Fort Bend County is now doing well.



In the viral video, the trainer can be seen picking up a dog by its leash and slamming it to the ground. The dog is then heard whimpering as it tries to get up.



The video was reportedly taken at TyCalK9 Dog Training Center in Arcola. It circulated around social media, causing a big uproar.



The Fort Bend County District Attorney's Office shared new video of the dog, named Mugshot, running around outside, looking healthy.



You can watch the new video of Mugshot in the video player above.



The DA's office says they are actively investigating the training facility for the alleged animal abuse.



ORIGINAL STORY:Fort Bend County animal trainer under investigation after disturbing video surfaces social media


A Fort Bend County dog trainer is under investigation after a video showing a dog being slammed to the ground surfaces on social media.
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