Oh my dear, be very careful. You're not going to find anyone being
"indulgent" or open to "education" under those circumstances. How is
Animal Control around there? Don't let those people think for a minute
that you will be sticking your nose in their horrid business. Covert is
definitely the word for dealing with that sort of thing. Just the
thought makes my stomach churn.
The "dogs for protection" people can sometimes be reached with reason
and tact, (hard to do, but you have to approach them as if you do
believe they have some feelings for their animals). There was a group
of people, I can't remember the organization's name, that used to go
door to door with things like run lines to install for dogs chained up.
You know, a line strung from tree to tree, (or post to post), that would
allow the dog a little more freedom of movement. They'd bring gifts of
food and supplies and try to get their message out to the people that
might be swayed. Bless their hearts, and your's too, it seems to be a
never ending uphill battle.
Nina
Susan Loesch wrote:
Most of the dogs we have come across are strictly for protection - and
we wonder how well cared for. The "search team" yesterday came across
several yards full of what we think is fighting dogs in training -- we
have to address that in addition to the cat issues.
