Florida man accused of biting dog to teach him 'a lesson'

Zachary Kelly, 30, was arrested for allegedly biting the family dog. (Fox 35 Orlando)

A Brevard County man was arrested for allegedly biting the family dog. Police said the suspect told them he was trying to "teach the dog a lesson."

According to investigators, Zachary Kelly, 30, became upset with Pheobe, a four-month-old puppy who was "acting up." They say he held the dog down and bit her on the ears, causing the animal to repeatedly yelp.

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"I'm obviously not happy about it," said Jessica Wenner, the suspect's girlfriend and dog's owner.

Wenner said the dog's cage was broken when police say the animal cruelty led to a fight between the suspect and his brother, whom he also bit on the chest.

"He has some marks on him, but he's fine," explained Wenner.