![]() However, the organization does admit in its report “that the handling of the dog in the first scene in the video should have been gentler and signs of stress recognized earlier.” But unlike what is shown in the video, American Humane claims the stress was recognized and the scene was stopped. The filmmakers behind the film also released photos and videos (see above) of the German Shepherd Hercules to prove he was not harmed. RELATED: A Dog’s Purpose – Hercules PlayingĪfter warming up in the tent, the investigator claims “eyewitnesses report that the dog wanted to go back in the water” - but the scene was ended anyway “out of an abundance of caution.” American Humane also states that a “veterinary checkup was performed last week” which confirmed the dog is healthy. The report also notes that the dog was chosen “for his love of the water” and was immediately placed in a warming tent after showing signs of stress. ![]() A full range of standard safety measures were also in place, according to the report, including safety meetings, proper training techniques and onset handlers. ![]() “The decisions by the individual or individuals who captured and deliberately edited the footage, and then waited longer than 15 months to release the manipulated video only days before the movie’s premiere, raise serious questions about their motives and ethics,” the statement continues.Īmerican Humane claims the investigation, along with eyewitness reports, concluded the video was edited “for the purpose of misleading the public and stoking outrage” and the footage was pieced together from two scenes filmed at different times.Īdditionally, American Humane says the investigator notes that the dog was not forced to swim, and the scene was stopped after the dog showed signs of stress. ![]()
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