Bolivian Dog Shot in Snout Miraculously Survives; Investigation Underway

A dog named 'Perita' was shot in the face in the municipality of Porongo, Bolivia, on April 6th, 2025. The incident, which caused public outrage, is under investigation by the Police Forestal y de Medio Ambiente (Pofoma). "It's a very sad event," says Perita's owner in an interview with Red Uno. "She's doing better now, but she has multiple fractures." The video shows X-rays of Perita's injuries and her recovery. Pofoma is working to find the person responsible for this act of cruelty. Perita's survival serves as a symbol of hope and resilience.