That poor dog. It would really upset me too if I had to see something like this happening.

Unfortunately, the owner obviously feels that he is helping the dog by making it get up and move around. Sounds like he just doesn't want to face the reality of how bad off his dog really is. It's a shame for the dog that someone couldn't intervene in it's behalf, but if the guy isn't physically abusing the dog, then I don't suppose that there is anything that can be done.

That's sad!