I think they should have never gotten a dog. cause the first one they had, was outside come sun shine come winter. None of them including their three kids every played with Susi. Now they have a new puppy almost a year old. They all work, the kids are in school during the day. They have an out side dog run. But they lock her up in one tiny room all day long. I have never seen them feeding the dog. Is this called animal abuse? Should I call the Animal control people? It's bucking me cause she is an adorable dog! and none of them does anything with her.
2007-10-04 07:13:03 · 13 answers · asked by angelikabertrand64 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
While this is not technically animal abuse, this is certainly not the signs of a responsible owner who is genuinely concerned about the well being/happiness of the dog. Collies need a LOT of exercise and attention and it's a shame that this is happening. You might want to consider talking to them before reporting them though.
2007-10-04 07:19:02 · answer #1 · answered by Michael R 2 · 5⤊ 2⤋
I understand your frustrations BUT, for one thing, I would put money on tha fact that none of my neighbours have ever seen my dogs being fed. They are, of course, but it is done indoors, and I see no reason anyone should be looking?!?!
I also work full time, and dare say some people disagree with the hours my lot spend in the house alone. BUt anyone who lives round me DOES see me walk the dogs all over the place, for a couple of miles in the morning, and then at least an hour and a half each evening (usually longer), my direct neighbours also think I'm daft, as we all mess about, playing in the garden most days too! What I am trying to say is that unless you watch an owner 24/7, you really DON'T know just what they do with their dog(s) and it can be unfair to jump to conclusions (even though we can all be guilty of that!).
If you REALLY think the dog is being neglected, then call the SSPCA, or equivalent, depending on your country.
2007-10-04 14:31:27 · answer #2 · answered by Aye. Right! 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Some adoption agencies (Greyhound Pets of America) won't adopt a dog to someone who, on the application, states they plan to leave the dog in the yard during the working hours. They prefer the dog be crated! It's a tough debate. Really more a matter of personal choice. There are no laws prohibiting someone from leaving their dog in a room in the house all day. If you call ASPCA or animal control you will most likely just p*ss off your neighbors. If the dog is skinny and unhealthy, you may have a claim but be sure before you make any calls.
2007-10-04 14:25:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I work all day and had my Doberman that was chained up outside stolen form me. He was usually left in the garage while we worked and then at night he would run in the yard and come in to sleep. Here is my complaint!!! Most people have to work and just because there not there 24/7 doesn't mean there mistreating the animal or not loving it. My Dobie went EVERY Where with me. When we went camping, swimming, rented a cabin in the mountains or even just to the store he went with me!!! The ONLY reason he was left in the garage or on a chain outside while we were at work was because he was still "puppy stupid" He would chew up shoes, furniture and anything that wasn't bolted down. Now instead of having everything destroyed in my house that's what I chose to do. I cant even have a dog off a leash where I live so maybe people who are noisy should talk to the county government instead of keeping up with the neighbors and what there doing.
2007-10-04 14:31:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
some people are just not meant to have a dog and if the problem bothers you then,
well you should get a hold of somebody.
but if they love the dog, and they don't necessary play with her. how can you be sure that they abuse her and lock her up in a tiny room also some dogs like that. being confided.
2007-10-04 14:24:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's not abuse.
Just because you don't see them feed her, doesn't meanthey don't. How would the puppy survive an entire year unfed? Come on - you're looking for every little thing just because you think there's something wrong.
Not everybody is lucky enough to be able to afford doggy day care. The dog is safe inside - it may not be how YOU would treat your dog, but it's definitely not abuse.
2007-10-04 14:46:18 · answer #6 · answered by Roland'sMommy 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
What you describe is not abuse. The dog is in a house, out of the weather, and most likely has food & water. The dog is living in luxury compared to the pets Animal Control has to rescue.
2007-10-04 14:18:09 · answer #7 · answered by suzanne g 6 · 12⤊ 0⤋
Hmm, you don't see them feeding her, perhaps because you can't see through walls, luckily for your neighbor.
The dog is an indoor dog. You do not know what goes on behind closed doors. You are jumping to conclusions based on a few observations. Perhaps a dog and a family of your own might occupy your time and you wouldn't feel the need to spy on your neighbors.
2007-10-04 14:22:38 · answer #8 · answered by James Watkin 7 · 8⤊ 0⤋
could you tell me what's wrong in putting the dog in a small room in the house? what is so different than putting it in a cage, huh? and you probably dont see them feed the dog because it probably eats inside the house, which you apparently dont live in, so you cant really know the situation. if you dont know what is going on with this dog in your neighbors' house, ask them plain and simple.
2007-10-04 15:05:37 · answer #9 · answered by Julie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sorry but there is really nothing you can do unless you see them abuse the dog or not feed her. But you could still call animal control and tell them you suspect of animal malnutrition
2007-10-04 14:19:51 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋