I don't know what to do! Help?

[yorkieusa]

Originally Posted by 1Ieisha

Thank-you! & You're right, maybe they didn't know any better, but it SEEMS like they are making an effort now.. So the dog might just get to stay with them. & Hopefully if they do keep "her" they will become very responsible and never mistreat "her" again. & yea I'll offer them the harnest.. maybe an act of kindness can win over their friendship and I can keep an even closer eye on the dog.

You're such a good person.

[1Ieisha]

Originally Posted by tinalove

Contact the humane society not animal control. Does your area have no kill shelters? If not animal control is not a good idea. I would be careful speaking to my neighbors because they may be offended. Many concerned people get insulted just because you care. They may not be approachable.

Unfortunately no, not in my small town. We don't have a no kill animal shelter... trust me, where I live I'm better with animal control. And if animal control does take her, I will keep an eye on her there too. If they aren't able to find her a good home and have no room for her... then I will take her, and (to avoid my neighbors) I would just look for her a forever home myself. And I just care about the well being of the dog... So I'm offering them the harnest today... Idk if they'll get offended, but I'll take me chances. thanks though!!!

[1Ieisha]

Originally Posted by yorkieusa

You're such a good person.

Thank you very much!

[slthoeny]

I would just a[[roach them, and say I noticed your children walking your new dog. Comment on how cute the dog is. Then say I have an extra harness we don't use any more if you would like it. They tend to be easier on dogs, and they are safer too. Be a friendly helpful neighbor. Stay positive. Avoid the temptation to overload tehm with information. You do not want o be taken as that crazy dog lady. I would try to keep it lowkey.

[sue bucklew]

WELL IF YOU DO BORROW THE POOR LITTLE THING & CLEAN IT ALL UP THEY WON'T EVEN KNOW IT'S THEIR DOG. I AM AGAINST STEALING BUT I AM FOR RESCUING.

[1Ieisha]

Originally Posted by slthoeny

I would just a[[roach them, and say I noticed your children walking your new dog. Comment on how cute the dog is. Then say I have an extra harness we don't use any more if you would like it. They tend to be easier on dogs, and they are safer too. Be a friendly helpful neighbor. Stay positive. Avoid the temptation to overload tehm with information. You do not want o be taken as that crazy dog lady. I would try to keep it lowkey.

Ok I will keep this in mind thanks for the advice... They aren't home right now so I'll have to do it later, but I will definitely keep this in mind!

[1Ieisha]

I could've sworn I told you guys what happened when I went to their house, I guess not.

Well they were really sweet people. When I gave them the harnest they were very greatful, and thanked me non stop. They even invited me in (but I declined). I don't know why they treated the dog so poorly before but they don't seem like bad people. & They're using the harnest.

AC will be back this weekend.... & the dog hasn't been to the groomers yet. And I don't know if the dog has been to the vet.

I will let you guys know what happens.