Left broken and starving beside a dumpster outside a Henderson vet clinic, a tiny puppy is now at the center of both a cruelty investigation and an outpouring of local support.
The badly injured dog, now named Treasure, was discovered earlier this week near an animal clinic and turned over to rescuers. Henderson Animal Protection Services has opened a case and is asking the public to help figure out who dumped him.
According to FOX5, rescue group Hearts Alive Village reported that Treasure arrived in their care with a broken leg, signs of a previously broken jaw, rocks in his stomach and severe weight loss. The station also noted that investigators so far have no leads on whoever abandoned him.
Rescuers found the pup outside Valley Ranch Animal Hospital, which lists its address as 20 N. Valle Verde Drive, near the 215 Beltway, on its contact page.
What Investigators Are Saying
Henderson Animal Protection Services is leading the local response. The city’s Animal Protection Services page says the department handles cruelty investigations, sheltering and reunification, and outlines how residents can report non-emergency animal concerns.
Officials have not identified any suspects or an owner in Treasure’s case. Anyone with information is urged to call Henderson Animal Protection Services at (702) 267-4970.
Past Cases And Community Response
Dumping and abandonment cases have surfaced around the valley in recent years and can result in criminal investigations.
In November 2025, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported on a separate Henderson case where a dog was found in a trash bag and later died, prompting detectives to probe what happened.
How To Help Treasure
Hearts Alive Village is caring for Treasure while he recovers. The rescue’s website explains how to foster, donate or adopt animals in need.
Anyone who may have information about Treasure’s dumping is asked to contact Henderson Animal Protection Services at (702) 267-4970.
Legal Note
Nevada law treats animal cruelty and abandonment as more than just bad behavior. State statutes such as NRS 574.100, available on FindLaw, prohibit cruel treatment and abandonment of animals and allow for fines, restitution and other penalties. Authorities can pursue criminal or civil remedies depending on what their investigation uncovers.
