The family that was interested last year have since gotten a husky thru shelter adoption. Whether they would take another one, or not, I'm not sure. The man works with my husband, I'll have him ask tonight. I have shelter dogs, I know they do care for the animals. I just worry about all the repercussions. But that dog's welfare must be protected, I get that. Maybe they'll find that he is just fine and healthy. But at least, we'll know. Or if the dog is found to be neglected, maybe not having the responsibility of a dog would be a relief for Jim, in a way. He's an animal lover, so I have no doubt he worries about this pup.
-------------- Original message -------------- From: "Barbara Littlefield" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I think you must contact the animal authorities in your town. I suspect that not only does the dog need help, but the man also. While he will not be happy about any changes in his live, it may be best for both. You could also contact the shelter after you have called the authorities and tell them that if the husky is brought in, that you know an adoptive family that would be interested. Contrary to what a lot of people think, Shelters do try to do their best for animals most of the time. Barbara & Raul (my first nonshelter dog) ----- Original Message ----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chihuahuas Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 9:55 AM Subject: [Chihuahuas] touchy situation We have a situation that I'm not sure how to deal with. Our next door neighbor is a somewhat reclusive elderly man who is quite ill with a heart condition. He has a Husky/shepard mix that is basically kept chained in the back yard. I know the man brings him in from time to time but I think its more when he thinks to do it rather than when its necessary for the dog to be out of the elements. Yesterday, we had a bad ice storm and the Husky was, from what we can tell, out all day and night. He had ice on his fur this morning. The temp. dropped to 16 with windchills of below 0 overnight. He does have a good sized dog house but that only protects him from so much. I know Huskies are adaptable to cold weather, but I think there must be a limit to what they can tolerate. I know our neighbor really does care about this dog. But I doubt his current ability for take care OF the dog. He is barely caring for himself at this point. He was hospitalized in the summer for an extended period of time. His brother stayed at the house to care for the dog. We talked to him because a friend of our's really wanted a Husky and was interested in giving this one a good home, if possible. The brother said that a love for this dog was the only thing keeping my neighbor alive and refused to discuss the issue with my neighbor or us. My husband and children feel we need to contact someone who can be sure the dog is ok and not neglected. My fear is that the dog will be taken from his owner and put down. This will not only cause his death, but who knows what the loss will do to the old man? I'm just torn, I don't want to make a bad decision that can't be reversed. My daughter wants us to take him in, but thats just not feasible in anyway. I don't know how to reach the man's brother. And the man will not answer the door, ever. Thanks for any suggestions anyone might have. Donna NJ " Lets talk about our wonderful little friends! Join today! " Yahoo! Groups Links
