Dog abandoned on side of Hillsborough County road with legs tied together, officials seeking answers

RUSKIN, Fla. - Officials in Hillsborough County are pressing for answers after they say someone left a dog on the side of the road with its legs tied together.

What we know:

County officials say Animal Control responded on Wednesday to a report of an abandoned dog in the Ruskin area. Its front legs were tied together and its back legs were also tied up.

Courtesy: Hillsborough County Government.

Authorities say the dog managed to get its front feet free and go to a nearby house, where the homeowner reported it.

The dog is now at the Pet Resource Center, located at 440 N. Falkenburg Rd. in Tampa.

What you can do:

Anyone with information about the abandoned dog is urged to contact Hillsborough County Animal Control.