A Parke County man has been charged with two counts of animal cruelty.

The Parke County Sheriff's office was called to aid two dogs dumped on County Road 750 West.  The Sheriff's Office reports both dogs were in need of medical attention. 

The dogs are recovering at the Parke-Vermillion County Humane Shelter.

Greggory Fransted, 28, Of Mecca, was arrested. He was initially held on $5000 bond.