Every single day I hear their dog barking and crying in the garden. I have never seen it being taken out for a walk and Im unsure of whether it is being looked after properly. It might be crying because it is sick or hungry, but the owners don't seem to be taking any action.
Shall I report this to the RSPCA or talk to my neighbours about it? Please help.
2006-07-23 23:14:29 · 35 answers · asked by Sade O 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
CALL THE RSPCA NOW
THE CRUELTY LINE IS
0870 55 55 999
YOU DON'T HAVE TO GIVE YOUR NAME
2006-07-24 00:08:38 · answer #1 · answered by Hedgehog 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I have had the very same experience. I complained about a dog down my street last year, its a staffie and is tied up 24-7 in the yard and the yard is small, the dog whines all the time so I hate sitting in my yard because it upsets me, the owner doesn't take the dog out at all and I hear him beat the dog atleast every day, but the thing is the rspca will go round and look at the dog and decide for themselves, if they decide the dog is badly tret and take the dog, the owner can claim to get the dog back and if the dog is or appears healthy by the courts e.g weight, then they have a good case to get it back, my advise is to be sure the dog is treated unfairly and if you can't then to ring the rspca, it doesn't mean anything unless you want to make a complaint, you could just ask them to advise you on what you think, they will be grateful you have rang for advise rather then ignore it.
2006-07-24 12:05:01 · answer #2 · answered by HANNAH L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would make sure that you get your facts straight before calling on the RSPCA.
If they are mistreating the dog then fair enough I would say go to the RSPCA.
It may be that the dog doesn't like being left alone and the owners don't realise it as they are not there to hear it ! Maybe mention "Is the dog alright ?" "He's been howling/crying during the day, while you are out....."
If you are not satisfied with their response then contact the RSPCA.
Just because you don't see them taking the dog out doesn't mean they don't. My dogs are walked at 9-10pm when it is quieter and cooler. My neighbours don't see me leave the house.
I am saying this having been on the receiving end of not less than 20 RSPCA inspectors visits due to my mother and father in laws neighbours - the minute we pull up they are on the phone claiming the dogs are left in the car: they've only been left for a couple of minutes while we say hello and get in the house. It is very upsetting to have this happen.
Please, please make sure that there are not exceptional circumstances before you go calling in the "heavies".
2006-07-24 02:09:31 · answer #3 · answered by barneyboomagoo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be worth talking to your neighbours first, an instant visit from the RSPCA might cause some aggro between you and them, but if you don't trust them or it seems really bad, just call the RSPCA asap
2006-07-23 23:20:56 · answer #4 · answered by Stephen H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can you see the dog? If it has no adequate shelter or water (especially in this weather) REPORT IT.
If in doubt report it, your neighbours will not know that it was you and if there is nothing wrong with the dog then it hurts nobody. BUT if there is something wrong then you will have done the right thing.
Good luck
2006-07-23 23:35:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
report it. I was worried about a neighbours dog for a while. But it is ok. It gets walked occasionally but nowhere near enough. It might be kept in a kennel. But best to report it. At least they can go and look and put your mind at rest.
2006-07-24 05:20:53 · answer #6 · answered by wolfstorm 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just phone the RSPCA as they are able to deal with these kind of situations. Great to hear that you are concerned about the dog but remember you still have to live beside them whatever happens. Good luck!
2006-07-24 03:59:22 · answer #7 · answered by Boo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you know the neighbours at all then ask if their dog is OK, if they get aggressive then definately report them to the RSPCA
2006-07-24 00:09:04 · answer #8 · answered by jaygirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would actually call the rspca first. Usually I recommend talking with the neighbor first, but I have a feeling that it would cause problems. They could come after you after you are forced to call the shelter anyway.
2006-07-23 23:17:58 · answer #9 · answered by Adalina 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Firstly i must appreciate your concern for other animals on this planet , ( you among the few who still care for other beings ) going by the nature of how your neighbors are treating its dog u never no if they ll respond to you in the right way . but the best thing to be done is to inform the authorities and it ll help you clear your anxiety about the poor creature. but you should check it out with your neighbors as it may put them in a embarrassing situation if your doubts are found to be untrue .
2006-07-24 00:18:02 · answer #10 · answered by hotrod 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DO NOT speak to the neighbour. If you spaek to the neighbour and it is obviuos the poor dog is being abused and you report it, the neighbours will no it is you and that could have a troubled effect. REPORT THE LOOSERS who are not fit to have animals
2006-07-26 06:47:42 · answer #11 · answered by shelz042000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋