[yorkietalkjilly]

I would call your city's Animal Control and tell them about the dog and ASPCA, Humane Society. In our city, AC has the obligation to see to it that all dogs within the city limits are housed and cared for properly and will visit, insist on vet care, recheck for compliance or take the dogs themselves right then if the situation warrants. And they recheck from time to time. They say something like "We've had several complaints and calls concerning the welfare of your dog(s)" so the people don't think it's just you who called. Our AC is truly wonderful in how helpful the are in trying to educate and involve problem owners but hammer-hard if the person is hopeless and won't put forth any effort. I hope these poor dogs get some help and a rehome. Anybody lets their dogs get like that shouldn't have a pet. Good for you for being willing to save these dogs by getting them help!