Story By: Joseph Golder / Newsflash
This is the moment a badly-injured puppy is pulled from a rubbish-filled cave after reportedly being hurled into a 65-foot-deep gorge along with other pups, none of which survived.
Footage shows the tiny animal in the arms of a rescuer from the Chiron team after they carefully removed it from the cave on Pelion Mountain in Greece, known as the homeland of the Centaurs in Greek mythology.
Rescue team member Markos Vaxevanopoulos said in a 30th November online post. “Some barbarian filled the ravine with rubbish and threw puppies from a height of 20 metres [65.6 feet].”
The group said that only one was found alive at the time and that it managed to cling on by landing on the bags.
Sadly, the pup died before it could be adopted after what its rescuers described as a heroic struggle “after days without food or water”.
Markos said the team was “confronted with horror” when they discovered the animals.
He has now published an online plea to help him “find the barbarian who did this” so that they do not go “unpunished”.
Markos then addressed the perpetrator, adding. “We will search everywhere and we will find you.”
FAQs
What happened to the puppies?
They were thrown into a gorge, sparking outrage from rescuers.
Were the puppies saved?
Rescue teams responded after the incident was reported.
Why are rescuers demanding punishment?
Because the act is considered extreme animal cruelty.
Is this a crime?
Yes, animal cruelty is illegal in many countries.
What punishment is being demanded?
Rescuers want strict legal action against the offender.
How can people help?
By reporting abuse and supporting animal welfare groups.
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