According to discussion on social networking sites, this happened in DC and the cop threw the dog down a flight of stairs before shooting it. The dog's name was Parrot. If you have the link, let us know. I've found some information.
Justice for Parrot the Dog, Murdered by Police in Washington, D.C. - The Petition Site
Protest Message - Dog Named 'Parrot' Shot by Police - Here it is said that the event occurred, but in 2010, and not as part of "Occupy" protests, as it may be portrayed now.
snopes.com: Dog Named Parrot - more on "what happened" - many bystanders say Parrot was not making an aggressive overture toward another dog and that the amount/type of police handling was unjustified
Police fatally shoot dog at Adams Morgan festival - This may be the original item. Looks like there were plenty of witnesses and controversy and the original photo is reproduced.
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