There is a lease law in this state, but yet the county doesn't want to do anything about it until there is hostility between your neighbors or so it seems. Is there a higher authority to discuss this problem with? Whom will actually do something about it. I live in TN., in the county, but not the city. I have put up with this for several years to no avail. What am I to do??? Should I serve a warrant to keep their pups contained? I can't afford to put fenceing around the perimeter, especially since I don't have the animals that cause the problems. I have cats that don't like to stray. My own contain to their area. I even feed stray felines. I love beauty. That means I spend a lot of time, especially in the spring to beautify my yard, but don't want to see it destroyed by the neighborhood puppy mennices. If there is actually such a word?? What can I do to get justice???
2007-03-24 03:37:24 · 7 answers · asked by paintandhardware 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
I really feel for your situation and understand how much of a menace this can be. You have several possible options but any of them will probably alienate you from the neighbors causing the problem. Think carefully before you act and it might be wise to let your neighbors know what you intend to do. Knowing you are really serious, they may act responsibly.
Here's what I would do that would be the quickest and easiest. Take pictures when the dogs are in your yard tearing things up, taking a dump or chasing your cats. Not only will you have evidence of violation of leash laws, you can make a case for vandalism which carries more serious consequences and can get you monetary damages. Be sure to identify who the dogs belong to. You can take the photos directly to the police who should issue at least tickets for violations. Document everything you do.
If they don't act, send a copy of the photos to the District Attorney in your area and demand action. They are required to act on these sort of things. It may take some time but my guess is they will do something. If you can prove damage, you can get an attorney yourself and file for civil damages. This is costly and can be time consuming but can also bring you the greatest satisfaction monetarily.
Sorry about your troubles. Good Luck!
2007-03-24 04:11:03 · answer #1 · answered by Pat C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have three choices. The first might make an enemy.
1 - Wait until the puppies do some damage, and take the owners a bill for it. If you have to pick up their poo, find out what a professional would charge to clean it up and send them that bill as well.
2 - You can talk to the owners and explain that you don't appreciate their dogs running in your yard.
3 - You can simply put up a fence around your yard and maintain peace. These dogs will grow up and may kill your cats. Is it worth it?
2007-03-24 10:40:12 · answer #2 · answered by FozzieBear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Small claims court for damages if the people are not willing to pay up for there animals mistakes. And animal control should be responsible for inforcing the laws with animals. Cause it causes a risk to society. And the animals. You shouldn't feed stray cats. May have other diseases to give to yours. Just cause you are cat person doesn't mean it is always the dog doing the damage. We have a stray that constantly digs up our yard and gets in our garbage. I thought it was the neighbors or my dog. Till i seen it with my two eyes.
2007-03-24 10:50:39 · answer #3 · answered by littledueceb 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Place a phonecall to your local Animal Shelter or Dog Warden. Ask why your complaints are not being addressed. If they cannot/will not answer your question, ask who their superior is. Since animal control is usually a County authority, check with a County Commissioner.
2007-03-24 10:45:21 · answer #4 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend contacting your local ASPCA or humane society. If the puppies are running free, they are in danger. It shows poor responsibility and lack of attention.
At the very least the owners will be put on notice that freerange doesn't apply to dogs.
2007-03-24 10:50:14 · answer #5 · answered by Ann S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can prove damages and menace to yourself and your pets (pictures, videos, signed statements from other neighbors), you can take civil action against them, and sue them in small claims court for monetary damages, and then tell the judge that you are willing to "settle" for them keeping their animals confined, or have them pay to fence in your yard.
2007-03-24 10:42:46 · answer #6 · answered by sacanda_trina 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I normally wouldn't suggest this. But you might want to talk to a lawyer, if your neighbor won't control his dogs.
2007-03-24 10:45:01 · answer #7 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋