Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa’s dog, who was found partially mummified alongside the deceased couple in their Santa Fe home, died from dehydration and starvation, according to a report.

An examination of the dog found dead along with actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Hackman in their Santa Fe home shows dehydration and starvation were likely what led to the animal's demise. A report obtained by The Associated Press from the state Department of Agriculture's veterinary lab details partial mummification and noted that while the severe decomposition could have obscured changes in the organs,

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa, along with their dog, Zinna, were found dead in their New Mexico home. Hackman died from heart disease and Alzheimer's, while Arakawa passed away from hantavirus. Zinna likely succumbed to starvation and dehydration.