Dog walker repeatedly hits pet inside Gurugram society lift, video goes viral

A disturbing video showing a dog walker repeatedly thrashing a Golden Retriever inside an elevator has gone viral on social media. The video has drawn criticism from people, with many demanding strict action against the man for animal abuse.

The image shows a dog walker beating a Golden Retriever inside an elevator in Gurugram. (Screengrab)

The CCTV footage, now shared by many across several social media platforms, shows a man standing with the Golden Retriever inside a lift. The dog walker is also seen holding something, which appears to be a poop scooper. He uses it to hit the dog on its face repeatedly. The man also uses his hands to slap the dog. The video ends with them going out of the elevator.