UNICOI COUNTY, Tenn. — In a recent court appearance, the former owner of a K9 involved in a high-profile animal cruelty investigation had her case postponed. On Thursday, Lilliana Long, a 19-year-old resident of Erwin, attended a brief session where her case was rescheduled for June 25. Meanwhile, the dog’s original handler shared images showcasing the animal’s recovery and improvement since the incident.