People in Thai Nguyen, Son Tay province were stunned when they noticed a dog roaming the streets with a heavy iron ring locked around its neck. The collar weighed nearly a kilogram and pressed tightly into the dog’s flesh. What may have been put on when the dog was still small had never been removed. As the dog grew, the metal did not give way. Instead, it slowly became a trap, making it hard for the dog to breathe and move without pain.
When rescuers arrived, the damage was clear. The collar had cut deep into the dog’s neck, leaving an open wound. Removing it was not simple. Any wrong move could have caused serious injury. The rescue team worked carefully, using special tools to break the metal apart piece by piece. It was slow, tense work, but in the end, the collar came off without causing more harm.
The dog was weak and clearly suffering. Right away, it was taken to a veterinary clinic. There, the staff cleaned the wound and examined the neck closely to check for deeper injuries. The injury was severe, and the vets confirmed the dog would need continued care. It was hard to imagine how long the dog had lived with that pain, but at least the suffering had finally been noticed.
News of the rescue spread quickly. Many people in the area were upset and heartbroken. Animal welfare groups and local residents spoke out, demanding accountability. Authorities have opened an investigation and are trying to find whoever was responsible for placing and leaving the collar on the dog.
The case has also sparked wider conversations about animal protection. Advocates are calling for stronger laws and better enforcement to prevent cruelty like this. They say awareness and responsibility are just as important as punishment, especially for animals who depend entirely on humans.
For now, the dog is safe. It is staying at a shelter, receiving medical treatment and gentle care as it recovers. Despite everything it has endured, the dog has shown quiet strength. Efforts are already underway to find a permanent home where it can live without fear.
This story is difficult to hear, but it carries an important message. Animals cannot ask for help. They rely on us to notice, to act, and to protect them. What happened to this dog should never be repeated. With compassion, stronger laws, and community action, there is hope that fewer animals will suffer in silence.
