I agree. I just can't figure out why else he would be there. I found a bobcat trap in the same area today, so I know that cats are out there. He was left with no food or water, tied with a cotton rope around his neck and the other end to a tree. He was a super friendly, and happy dog--not afraid of people, neutered, had some training. I just can't think of any other reason he was left there. (also--while I was untying him, my heart was beating out of my chest, and I had a feeling I needed to get out of there fast---that feeling you get when you are being watched)--anyway. I keep wondering why he ended up in this predicament, and thought I'd throw out the question.