Re: Chained up Dog

Maya, you are a beautiful person! I really appreciate your gentle approach to this problem. I guess I have been doing what you are suggesting somewhat, in that I am trying to show them, by petting the dog in front of them, etc., that the dog has feelings. I even threw a toy across the fence (which she has already torn up), and a small container of food, letting them know I am caring for her. I love your suggestion of asking them if I can walk her, because I would love nothing better than to spend time with her, and to just hug her. I would hate the idea of her having to go away, and never see her again. I like your idea of the gate; I would gladly be her caretaker. I think the wife is compassionate, but I don't feel the same about the husband, who is dominant - I feel she thinks he is the boss, and will do what he says. I worry about their small child, too; some things feel wrong over there. I see tenseness and anxiety in him. In other words, I can speak with her, but he will not communicate in a straightforward manner, and she knows what he wants her to say. It's very complicated. I will try again, however. One night I was so distraught that I just started crying hysterically, right in front of the husband.

It is hard to imagine actually stealing the dog, although I admit I have a plan in my mind, since the dog is suffering so much. Last night she was tangled up again, and she looks so distressed. I called another dog rescue place here, and they are too busy to take any more cases.

After you wrote to me, I read some UK animal forums, and I really like the approach over there. I did see the story about the people getting jailed for breeding pit bulls, and keeping them in cages. I wish our laws were more like yours.

My husband doesn't want to find a security system for them. Most of this will be up to me. He's the type who might do something rash, on a whim, so I don't want him to get into trouble, or into an argument. He does care about the dog, too.

I agree the loved dogs makes better security dogs. Their dog who gets the more attention, watches the house much more. But, I've cried for the way she was treated, also.

Thank you also for caring. Bless you.

Angelblue