It really irritates me to see someone come on here and say things just to get a rise out of us...and I think that a lot of times it is. However, when it is REAL, I do feel angry at the member and feel sorry for the dog. There are a lot of crappy dog owners out there.
Today, I thought I saw one of my neighbors dragging his dog across the parking lot but my view was blocked and I couldn't be sure. I think he leaves his dog outside a lot because I always hear it barking. Yesterday at the Houston YT meetup, I saw an owner at the dog park throw a full bottle of water at his chihuahua! He was trying to get its attention. Of course we all jumped on him...he even almost hit some of our dogs in the process of trying to hit his own dog. His little dog could be seriously hurt if hit with a full bottle of water. If he treats his dog like that in public, who knows how he treats the dog at home.
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~Magnifique Yorkies~
Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs.
Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.