A runaway dog has become an unlikely symbol of Texan resilience in the face of the devastating Hurricane Harvey.

A German shepherd mix called Otis was snapped making his way up a street in Sinton, Texas, over the weekend with a huge bag of food in his mouth.

The hound had escaped the care of Salvador Segovia, 65, who had been looking after him for his grandson Carter.

The 5-year-old had fled the city to escape the flood waters. However it seems his loyal pet was determined to find his owner.