It went after my 9 yr old. Cops came, sited owner. Dog has bit and chased 6+ people in this neighborhood. Property owner does nothing, owner of dog does nothing, cops do nothing. Isn't there something I can do? There is no fence to keep in the dog. 3 other dogs in house, 4 kids, 3 adults. Dog gets out at least once a week. Town has no leash law, no law for dogs running around. We have no animal control officer. Sheriff deputies say they can't do anything because the dog didn't bite my kid. When did dogs get rights? Can anyone give me good advice? Besides the obvious?
2007-03-16 16:38:07 · 11 answers · asked by smokeysgang 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Get a phone book call your nearest animal control and ask for the creulty agents. (They handle vicous dogs too)
Call the public safety and the non emergency police.
I went through this and had a bit of a run around but the dogs are confined now.
Feel free to email if you need help!
2007-03-16 17:28:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most of the answerer's have already said what I would say (except the frozen beef broth - interesting idea).
In the government section of your yellow pages, there should be a list of various places where you could consult. Be the squeaky wheel when it comes to your sheriff or whomever it is appropriate to call. Encourage neighbors who agree with you about the danger of this dog to do the same. Call every time there is an incident of any sort (chasing, biting AT even if not biting). Exhaust all of your legal options first.
If you have tried all of your legal options and still can't get anything done, you can alert the media. Certainly one of your local TV stations has an Investigation hot line. If the sheriff and humane society and everyone else "can't do anything," maybe they can when there's a camera on them.
2007-03-16 17:55:09 · answer #2 · answered by Travis and Rachel 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make constant reports if the dog needs to be muzzled or at least on a very tight leash. Talk to other neighbors as well and see if they to will make reports, eventually the animal control unit will force the owner to comply to specific guidelines in order to maintain that animal in that area. If not then they remove the dog from the area
2007-03-16 16:44:34 · answer #3 · answered by manny 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
making your child afraid is probably a very big mistake, the dog will feed off that and may act on the childs fear. i feel bad for your situation. i know this sounds 'out there', but if it's possible, try to make friends with the dog without your child, try using treats of cheese or any kind of human food, dog treats aren't powerful enough, the smell of our food will get much better results. don't just be a free grocery, get pets and encouraging 'doggie talk' in while you visit with him. after you've earned trust and no fear, bring your child in from a safe distance just in case maybe through a slightly opened car window or some safe way introduce your child slowly with a positive meeting place and hopefully in a short time you can not worry so much about you and your childs safety just trying to get in your car. hopefully the dog is a better animal than his owner. good luck, and try to hide your fear.look him in the eye when you are around him always.
2007-03-16 16:56:10 · answer #4 · answered by Beth T 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Contact your local humane society. They will be better able to tell you your options. Not every place has the same laws about animals. Are the owners abusive? Sometimes a dog being aggressive can be an indicator of a much more serious problem. I realize he's not your dog, but please don't push to hard to have him put down until all options have been exhausted.
2007-03-16 16:47:30 · answer #5 · answered by choel 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It may be possible with that dog's history to sue the owner in order to force him to fence his property. Anyone involved in the suit might have to pay the shared legal expense of the group's attorney and wouldn't get any cash reward. But you may be able to force him to fence his property securely. It sounds like he's renting the property. You could tell the landlord that his property insurance carrier isn't going to like this situation if they find out, and if they drop him then he's responsible for any judgement. But your best bet is to get together with the other neighbors and pitch in to see a lawyer. Next best is to put out a dish of half water and half antifreeze.
2007-03-16 17:00:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
you could (in self-defence) shoot the dog. (sadly, since the poor beast obviously is the victim of irresponsible/negligent owners. but will you wait for the dog to get hold of your child)
were it me, i'd lace a steak with tranquiliser (such as valium, after consulting a vet over safe dosage for "my dog") feed it when it's out (ensuring only!!! that dog ate it) then, when it was placid from being doped, steal it & get it to a rescue shelter where it could at least have a chance at a good home.
2007-03-17 00:00:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really want to get even with out causing harm to anybody
Freeze beef broth into ice cubes toss them into you're neighbors lawn. when they melt the dog will dig holes where ever they land. Then maybe the owner will get rid of him. If not it's still funny..... (Am I mean or what?)
2007-03-16 16:50:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whoever the dog bit get that person to sue and you testify against the dog or call animal planet
2007-03-16 16:50:03 · answer #9 · answered by lol 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like legally you are screwed. I think you should arm yourself, and the next time this dog is out trap it and dispose of it and then just say--- i cant believe your dog disappeared. I wonder what could ahve happened? Ican't believe that I am saying this but somtimes you have tobreak a law when one does not exist to help the innocent.
2007-03-16 16:56:28 · answer #10 · answered by kbama 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋