Justice for Puppy Seemingly Slammed on Ground at Training Center

Target: Brian Middleton, Fort Bend County, Texas District Attorney

Goal: Ensure prosecution of individual allegedly responsible for violently slamming a puppy to the ground at a dog training facility.

A video appears to show a man at a dog training center picking up a puppy by its leash and forcefully slamming it to the ground. The puppy’s apparent distress is audible as it struggles to stand. This footage has triggered widespread concern and calls for action.

The video, which is claimed to have been recorded inside TyCalK9 Dog Training Center in Arcola, Texas, has been viewed hundreds of thousands of times, sparking strong reactions from animal advocates and professionals. Jonas Black, a dog trainer from Austin, reportedly described the act as “disturbing” and an “excessive use of force and corrections.” Alleged mistreatment of this kind not only raises concerns about immediate physical harm but may also have long-term effects on the animal’s well-being.

The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office has acknowledged the video and stated that they are actively investigating the allegations of animal cruelty. Officials have assured the public that experienced animal cruelty investigators and prosecutors are reviewing the case. Authorities have not yet confirmed the identity of the individual seen in the footage or any potential charges.

PETITION LETTER:

Dear District Attorney Middleton,

I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the video that has surfaced, reportedly showing a man at TyCalK9 Dog Training Center in Arcola slamming a puppy to the ground. The distressing cries of the puppy as it attempts to recover have prompted widespread concern.

Acts of apparent animal mistreatment are not only morally troubling but also a matter of legal accountability under our state’s animal protection laws. Ensuring a thorough investigation and appropriate legal action is critical to upholding these protections and safeguarding other animals from similar harm.

I urge your office to fully investigate this matter and, if warranted, prosecute any responsible parties to the fullest extent of the law. Doing so will reinforce the message that animal cruelty will not be tolerated in our community.

Sincerely,

[Your Name Here]

Photo credit: Fort Bend Sheriff’s Office