Wilkin County authorities are investigating a case of animal cruelty in Wolverton.

Sometime on Thursday June 2nd, it is believed a 7 year-old Siberian Husky named Jack, owned by Sandy Maesse, was hurt. Maesse discovered that someone had attempted to neuter the dog by wrapping a plastic zip-tie around the dog’s testicles.

The plastic had caused swelling and deep cuts to Jack’s flesh.

The Wilkin County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the case.

Sheriff Rick Fiedler said so far, there have been no leads in the case, although he is hoping someone in the community can offer information.

Fiedler said his office is taking the case seriously, which could lead to charges ranging from a gross misdemeanor to a felony.

In the meantime, Maesse said Jack is recovering nicely after surgery and two weeks of medication.

Anyone with any information about the case should contact the sheriff’s office at (218) 643-8544.