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 in their Santa Fe home shows dehydration and starvation were likely what led to the animal's demise.

Gene Hackman's home in Santa Fe was reportedly in a state before his tragic death last month, with a friend saying his wife Betsy Arakawa was 'very protective' of the actor