Concerns about neighbor's dog?

It's this sort of thing that make people have such a bad opinion of outdoor dogs. They are put there and all but forgotten beyond food and water.

Most areas have ordinances about nuisance barking at certain times in the day. Here the times are from 10 pm to 7 am. If the dog is outside barking at a time that local ordinance prohibits, you can turn them in for that.

Sadly, if the dog is getting proper care, even if not getting the proper attention it should from the humans in the home, this is not considered abuse and there isn't much animal control will actually do about it.

Well, it's not the end of the walks. After the ligament heals you can continue to walk her, right? So eventually she will be social with you and your 2 dogs again. It seems your on a friendly basis with your neighbor so why don't you offer to walk her (without) your 2 dogs and teach her to heel. You MUST watch the 'dog whisperer'! You have no idea how good he really is! He's trained Oprah's dogs and several other celebrities dogs and he says the same thing over and over and over again. IT'S ALL IN WALKING THE DOG!! A walk releases stress, amongst a list of other things but he teaches you how to properly walk a dog-even rambuctious dogs. She's hyper because she's craves attention and has no alpha in her pack (family). Dogs want discipline and control, it makes them feel wanted and it's quality time with their human. Well, i know 3's a crowd but why don't you consider adopting her from your neighbor-offer to buy her or at least let you walk her alone. Besides, it's more excercise for you-lol. After walking her you can come back and walk your two dogs-lol.

If she's kept outside thru the entire day with no shelter, but she does have food and water, that still is considered abuse, because she must have shelter if kept outside for a certain amount of time. Good luck

My parents' next door neighbors have a beautiful Husky who is living in the same situation. They called the police, who took a look but said since the dog is not being a nuisance and is being given food and water, they could not do anything. They also contacted the Humane Society, and got no response at all. My mom has wanted to talk to the neighbors, but my dad, compassionate guy that he is (note sarcasm), doesn't want to quarrel with neighbors over "a stupid dog." Personally, I don't think he needs to worry because the neighbors don't seem mean, just ignorant.

So it seems that all she can really do is talk to the dog through the chain link fence when she is outside, which is fairly often. The poor dog gets sooooo exited to be getting a little attention for a change. Sometimes she'll give him little treats through the fence too.

I know this isn't as helpful as you would like it to be, but I just thought you might like to hear our experience with a similar situation.

Since she is not being physically abused or neglected I really don't know if you can do anything legally.

Do you think they might be willing to give her to a good home. Maybe they don't have time for her or didn't realize dogs need more than food and shelter.

If you know of someone who would be willing to give her a good loving home maybe you could talk to them about it.

Just not in a way to make them defensive. Maybe tell them you have a friend who has seen the dog and just fell in love with it and wanted to know if they would be willing to adopt her out.

Not a very good answer, but the best I can come up with at the moment.

Thanks for caring.

A lot of poeple get a cute little puppy and when it is no longer a cute little thing they don't know what they are supposed to do. The poor thing has probably not been trained to do something as simple as go for a walk on a leash.

This is where it could get uncomfortable. You need to get to know your neighbor. Ask them if they would like to go for a walk with you. Offer to be their dog friend. Complement their dog. How sweet he is, how cute. See if they would be interested in your dogs being friends.

I know it sounds corny, but you are right. There is nothing leagally wrong with the way they are handling their dog. It is probably just ignorance. They are not stupid they just don't know anybetter. They need someone to help them to learn how to enjoy there dog.

Is this dog chained? If so, check out http://dogsdeservebetter.com/ Are your neighbors friendly? Do you talk to your neighbor? If you see them out, why not say, "hey I noticed (insert dog's name) doesn't get much attention, would it be alright if I played with her or took her for a walk? I am an animal lover and vegetarian. I believe dogs belong inside with their guardian and are a part of the family. They are just like kids. It sickens me to think of animals being mistreated in this way. If you have a moment, feel free to visit my website at http://maketheconnection.co.nr/

I would make a call to Animal Control Center in your area, Or you could call the police dispatcher , they may assist you in what to do. I would remain annoymous so as to not put myself in any danger.

Or you may suggest that you will walk their dog for them, some neighbor hood kids get paid to do this type of service.

Remember she is mistreated because she is unable to move and get exercise . How sad.... I just don't know why people get pets and then not attempt to put their pets best interest at heart.

Offer to take the dog on walks with yours? Have it come over and play in the yard with your dogs?

Your neighbors are not going to change. Some people have dogs as lawn ornaments. I don't get it either, but because, as you said, she is not being mistreated in the traditional sense, there's not much else you can do but try to help the dog in your own way.

If your neighbour goes out a lot, and if you're at home for some of the time they're working, perhaps you could offer to look after their dog while they're out, or maybe if you're out too and your dogs get along with her, just keep her with your 2 dogs. Then she'll have company! If you have time, I bet the dog and your neighbour would really appreciate it!

From Beccy xx

Thanks for being concerned. You must be a true dog lover. If you are not comfortable talking with your neighbor you can try writing an anonymous letter to them explaining how their dog's life might be improved.

If you have a good relationship with your neighbor then definitely offer to play with their dog or take their doggie with you on walks.