Animal cruelty! What can I really do about this?

What he is doing does not fall into animal cruelty unless he is beating or causing physical pain while he chains up your dog. Moving your dog by the collar (neck) is also not animal cruelty. Securing a dog in a small area for portions of the day, while maybe unpleasant and not desired, is not harmful.

The best solution is for you to give your grandfather a solution instead of him coming up with his own. Make a small enclosed area for your dog to be put when he wants to secure her. You place food/water in there.

You cannot expect another person (even family) to provide the same care you do for your dog. You need to find a way to care for your dog even when you are not there.

Edit: Apparently I suck because I checked the described actions against the law and I advocated personal responsibility for the dog.

Sadly, animal cruelty laws really aren't that severe and there probably has to be more proof of abuse or neglect on your grandfather's part to even have it taken to court. If you do someone manage to prove that he his abusing your poor dog, he'll most likely only be fined. I think it's pretty rare to do any jail time. The best thing I can suggest is that 1.) you talk to your grandfather and be firm about him not touching your pet anymore and 2.) talk to your local animal shelter to see if they have any suggestions. If that doesn't work, maybe you can find a friend who can take Lacy until you can find a better situation for you both. I'm sorry that you're dealing with this. I can't imagine how angry you must feel watching someone abuse something you obviously care very much about. Good luck.

The red flag in your mind is there for a reason. And you are right to do something about it. People are crazy, turning a blind eye isnt going to help this defenseless animal. I know we cant save them all but this is one less dog left to suffer. The behavior your grandfather to showing without question is animal abuse. So now what to do....because you have to do something.

What I would do is call my local animal control. Thier job is to prosecute cases of animal cruely. Fines can range anywhere from $200-$2000 in most areas. This call can remain totally anonymous.

If your not looking to go that far however, you can also try just talking to your grandfather. who it sounds like prob wont understand but try, show him the facts show him what his behavior can result in. Maybe try secretly giving the dog away, advertise a free dog anywhere you can. Just know theres help out there. If you are just at wits end. try calling your local humane society and see what they recommend. but dont turn a blind eye

Obviously your grandfather isn't to keen on dogs. What he is doing would be considered as abuse. Have you ever asked him why he is treating the dog so badly? If he hasn't any explanation for his bad behavior, and he continues treating the dog like this, you can contact SPCA or PETA and tell them what is happening. What they will do is restrict him from any kind of contact with the dog. The dog will become your responsibility since she is your dog. I agree with you, what he is doing to the dog is cruel and should be stopped immediately. I don't know where you live at, but there should be some kind of animal protection agency in your neighborhood. Protect your dog sweetheart as it depends on you for just that. I'd love to have a talk with your granddad. I have a very bad dislike for people who mistreat dogs. It is uncalled for. I hope that I have been of some help to you, and especially the dog.

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Although I don't agree with Grampa's techniques, I wonder if he keeps chaining him up to keep him at home; maybe he's getting in the neighbor's trash, chasing their chickens or cats, peeing on some lady's flowers...who knows what he's up to when you are away.

Take him to boarding school or doggie daycare during the day, at least that way you won't have to worry about him while you are at work. Alternatively, find a dog sitter.

That is just terrible! I'm sorry to hear such people still exist in this world.

Well I did a little research on possible consequences for animal cruelty.

Here is a great site: http://www.straypetadvocacy.org/cruelty_laws.html

It lists all the possible punishments for animal cruelty divided up into states of america.

Hope that helps and hopefully you will make the right decision.

Take a video/pictures of your grandpa doing this. Then file a complaint for animal abuse. If convicted he can be sentenced to somesome months of jail and somesome hours of volunteer. Are you a minor? They technically have custody over you if you do. Also, their house, their rules. If you can't move out or take your dog to a boarding facility (or a friend's house), put another bowl of food/water where he chains her up. I hope you can work through this. Your grandpa is horrible

First tell your grandfather leave your dog alone,and asks whats his problem. Second MOVE!!!! Find apartments that are friendly to your dog and get out of there but don't turn in your grandpa he's old and doesn't need that stress. But sort that out. Talk to him and tell him that what he's doing is wrong and that he needs to treat her like family since shes important to you, not just out of respect for the dog, but for you. He could be mad at you for something. Who knows?

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set up a video camera and try to catch him on film or hide a recorder in your pocket and ask your grandpa Q's about what he's dont ex; DID YOu tie up lacey? How much room did she have to move around? Did you put water and food out with her? ertc.