This is SO HORRIBLE!! - Page 5 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

jencar98 · 08-25-2006, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DazzlinYT

Okay (it makes me sad my fellow yorkie lovers are such skeptics). BLESS LAURIE FOR WHAT SHE IS DOING!

Becki, I am sorry you are sad because people can be so skeptical. Surely though you understand with a different scam going on everyday how susceptible we can all be. The loving nature of most yorkie owners would be easily taken advantage of with news of neglected yorkies or other dogs.

These are some of the most caring, giving, generous individuals on this forum and no doubt would do what is necessary to help these dogs. It is just a sign of the times that we have to verify everything. I'll be happy to donate to the vet for their care. I'll be in contact with them.

Thank you and Laurie for what you are doing. Bless you both!

Pattie · 08-25-2006, 05:44 PM

If this recue is legit, how come it is not listed anywhere in PetFinder or Tenn.? There are only 2 recues in that area. One is Prevent a Litter Connection & the 2nd is Monroe County Animal Shelter, both organizations can help these puppies. They are liasted as recue organizations with a correct street address not a post office box.

peanut · 08-25-2006, 05:59 PM

Here is the petfinder link http://search.petfinder.com/petnote/...?petid=6865654

Pattie · 08-25-2006, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by peanut

Here is the petfinder link http://search.petfinder.com/petnote/...?petid=6865654

OK I went to that link, put in the city and TN and they list the rescue organizations in that area, what I was saying is that theirs is not listed as a rescue organization, so out of the 2 that are, I would call the Monroe County ANimal Shelter and just ask them if in fact this is a true rescue organization. If they say yes, then it most likely is legit, if they say no, I would believe them as that city is small and afterall they are using a post office box when most recues use addresses right?

GREENLEESNANA · 08-25-2006, 07:23 PM

I seen this today when I was at work and couldn't reply...but it made my physically sick

shwbabygirl · 08-25-2006, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DazzlinYT

You guys this is EASTERN TN...we are the redneck capital of the world, you go through any town around here, and you will find dogs chained in the front yard of people's houses (or trailers! lol) running wild, pregnant, starving, need I go on? THIS IS THE NORM for around here..sad and sick, but true! This is a rural area (Madison Co.) the police are likely not going to do anything, they are too busy busting Meth Labs (the newest pass time of the rednecks) and if people get the media involved, etc. Then the woman who is willing to surrender these dogs (yes even for a price) may tell them to $%#$ off, and then NOTHING will be done. If you want to help, then SIT TIGHT, send donations, be willing to foster or adopt a dog, but don't get involved and take matters into your own hands. Let the people who know what they are doing here do it, it is obviously a situation where they are having to tread lightly. These kind of people who own these yorkies likely don't realize they are doing anything wrong, or that their dogs NEED to be rescued. Still working on finding out about this rescue, and the validity of this case..will post info when I have it. Jeanie I am shocked at your opinion. Rescuers work their BUTTS off, there is no need to create a "scam" when there are PLENTY of dogs needing rescuing. I am SURE these folks who are taking care of this situation wish they had LESS important things to worry about.. now they are going to be flooded with basicly wild, sick dogs...and people are calling them scammers, that hurts my heart. FYI be careful what you wish for when you wish to see PETA involved! I witnessed PETA "freeing the poor caged animals" at a HUGE dog show in down town memphis as a child, those dogs ran out into downtown memphis traffic and were KILLED...but to PETA it was a success mission, they were FREE! PETA is nothing but a radical group that causes entirely WAY more harm than good.

i also live in TN....and i will be sending money to help....this is sad that anyone would let thier dog get in this shape "redneck" or not....i also think it is sad that ppl from tn would be putting thier state and the ppl who live in it down....i live in eastern tn also and it is a beautiful place to live. i am very proud of the sate i live in...and its not everywhere you look you see rednecks and dogs being abused.....i also live in a "trailer" and my yorkie is takencare of as well if not better than anyone on here...he is my baby and trust me he does not want for anything he eats the best has the best OF EVERYTHING....yes We live in a trailer but that does not make us bad pet owners or rednecks or poor ppl......that comment just cut to the bone to be honest with you i see no reason to put TN ppl down for where they live.....now if i have offended anyone let me know and i will not be back that is ok with me i just felt the need to let everyone here know that just because i live in a trailer and in tn that i am not a redneck poor or bad person or bad pet owner......now back to the subject i am very sorry these dogs are in the shape they are in and like i said b4 i will be sending money to help with the rescue ..... it is sad this happens to animlas no matter that state you live in.

peanut · 08-26-2006, 05:54 AM

peanut · 08-26-2006, 06:03 AM

I agree with you , I love living here in Tennessee and I don't live in a Trailer, which means nothing, but I take very good care of my animals, they are clean, well feed, and have a very clean enviroment...but some people all over the states are just as bad as in Tennessee..Its sad and something needs to be done...I have already sent a donation, and will help more if needed...I am sorry that you got your feelings hurt, it got me too but the main purpose of YT is to help each other and yorkies, These poor yorkies really need help, so please don't let one or two comments make you leave....

BoozhersMama · 08-26-2006, 06:12 AM

I spoke to a police officer yesterday and he pretty much told me what the lady at the precious paws rescue said. He said there's nothing they can do about it and reminded me that it was only recently that this county got a shelter. Well, I pretty much lost it. He said he understood and had pets himself and that I could talk to the MAYOR. This is exactly what the rescue lady told me would happen.
So I went to the animal shelter and they are going to call me back today. The people I talked to are getting me in contact with someone named Valerie there and acted like they couldn't even talk about it or had no idea how to help me.
I haven't heard back from any of the news stations yet.

jencar98 · 08-26-2006, 06:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shwbabygirl

i also live in TN....and i will be sending money to help....this is sad that anyone would let thier dog get in this shape "redneck" or not....i also think it is sad that ppl from tn would be putting thier state and the ppl who live in it down....i live in eastern tn also and it is a beautiful place to live. i am very proud of the sate i live in...and its not everywhere you look you see rednecks and dogs being abused.....i also live in a "trailer" and my yorkie is takencare of as well if not better than anyone on here...he is my baby and trust me he does not want for anything he eats the best has the best OF EVERYTHING....yes We live in a trailer but that does not make us bad pet owners or rednecks or poor ppl......that comment just cut to the bone to be honest with you i see no reason to put TN ppl down for where they live.....now if i have offended anyone let me know and i will not be back that is ok with me i just felt the need to let everyone here know that just because i live in a trailer and in tn that i am not a redneck poor or bad person or bad pet owner......now back to the subject i am very sorry these dogs are in the shape they are in and like i said b4 i will be sending money to help with the rescue ..... it is sad this happens to animlas no matter that state you live in.

I didn't address this earlier (I understand your offense) bc I was trying to stay on the issue of getting help for these dogs and skeptical donors.

I loved traveling in TN, especially the eastern area, just beautiful. IMO, it was no worse than any other area of the country in regards to the "rednecks". And, as far as what you live in, it is your home, be proud, you've no reason not to. Also, please don't allow the labels some people choose to use keep you from being here. We need you here!!!

red98vett · 08-26-2006, 06:37 AM

I agree with Jenn....I didn't take those comments as labeling - I saw them for what they were - a town with hardly any animal control/help plan - there are towns all over the country just like that. No reason to get offended - I'm sure the person who said that didn't mean it that way...and many of us probably didn't take it that way.

on the PETA comments - I know they're fanatics but that incident that was brought up must have happened a long time ago (you said you were a child when you witnessed it ?). I think they've come a long way since that kind of thing.

They are out there to help animals and if it weren't for them - we would never have the awareness we have now. I don't agree with all their methods - but they sure do get our attention and that's half the battle right there.

BoozhersMama · 08-26-2006, 07:02 AM

The ladies name is Vickie at Monroe County animal shelter. They said they know precious paws to be a legit rescue service and confirmed what the officer told me: There is no laws in place to protect animals in this county and no one to enforce the laws.

Pattie · 08-26-2006, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shwbabygirl

i also live in TN....and i will be sending money to help....this is sad that anyone would let thier dog get in this shape "redneck" or not....i also think it is sad that ppl from tn would be putting thier state and the ppl who live in it down....i live in eastern tn also and it is a beautiful place to live. i am very proud of the sate i live in...and its not everywhere you look you see rednecks and dogs being abused.....i also live in a "trailer" and my yorkie is takencare of as well if not better than anyone on here...he is my baby and trust me he does not want for anything he eats the best has the best OF EVERYTHING....yes We live in a trailer but that does not make us bad pet owners or rednecks or poor ppl......that comment just cut to the bone to be honest with you i see no reason to put TN ppl down for where they live.....now if i have offended anyone let me know and i will not be back that is ok with me i just felt the need to let everyone here know that just because i live in a trailer and in tn that i am not a redneck poor or bad person or bad pet owner......now back to the subject i am very sorry these dogs are in the shape they are in and like i said b4 i will be sending money to help with the rescue ..... it is sad this happens to animlas no matter that state you live in.

Surely I am not offended but since you do live in Tenn, perhaps you can shed some light on this subject. Will the authorities in Tenn do anything to dog owners that leave their pups to get in this condition. I think a lot of us far away can't see this happening, our animal shelter would have those people in jail, fined or both and they would not allow them to ever own an animal again. I plan on calling the Monroe Animal SHelter tomorrow but if you know the truth on this matter, we would be interested in hearing it from you. We don't care if they are poor or anything, just to make it that they can not breed again, once these dogs are taken from them because of how they neglected them. thanksPS we have no doubt you take care of your baby and we don't want you to leave.

Baby Blessing · 08-26-2006, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoozhersMama

The ladies name is Vickie at Monroe County animal shelter. They said they know precious paws to be a legit rescue service and confirmed what the officer told me: There is no laws in place to protect animals in this county and no one to enforce the laws.

WHY NOT?

Pattie · 08-26-2006, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baby Blessing

WHY NOT?

GREAT QUESTION!

08-25-2006, 05:44 PM	#62
Pattie Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 701	If this recue is legit, how come it is not listed anywhere in PetFinder or Tenn.? There are only 2 recues in that area. One is Prevent a Litter Connection & the 2nd is Monroe County Animal Shelter, both organizations can help these puppies. They are liasted as recue organizations with a correct street address not a post office box. __________________ CHLOE SISSY Starr and The NewYorkie Mom, Pattie

08-25-2006, 05:59 PM	#63
peanut Dogs Rule Cats Drool! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 7,895	Here is the petfinder link http://search.petfinder.com/petnote/...?petid=6865654 __________________ KIM

08-26-2006, 05:54 AM	#67
peanut Dogs Rule Cats Drool! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 7,895	__________________ KIM

08-26-2006, 06:03 AM	#68
peanut Dogs Rule Cats Drool! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 7,895	I agree with you , I love living here in Tennessee and I don't live in a Trailer, which means nothing, but I take very good care of my animals, they are clean, well feed, and have a very clean enviroment...but some people all over the states are just as bad as in Tennessee..Its sad and something needs to be done...I have already sent a donation, and will help more if needed...I am sorry that you got your feelings hurt, it got me too but the main purpose of YT is to help each other and yorkies, These poor yorkies really need help, so please don't let one or two comments make you leave.... __________________ KIM

08-26-2006, 06:12 AM	#69
BoozhersMama Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 89	Well here's the latest update I spoke to a police officer yesterday and he pretty much told me what the lady at the precious paws rescue said. He said there's nothing they can do about it and reminded me that it was only recently that this county got a shelter. Well, I pretty much lost it. He said he understood and had pets himself and that I could talk to the MAYOR. This is exactly what the rescue lady told me would happen. So I went to the animal shelter and they are going to call me back today. The people I talked to are getting me in contact with someone named Valerie there and acted like they couldn't even talk about it or had no idea how to help me. I haven't heard back from any of the news stations yet. __________________ Bentley Cubby Chynna Duke RIP

08-25-2006, 07:23 PM	#65
GREENLEESNANA YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: iowa Posts: 393	I seen this today when I was at work and couldn't reply...but it made my physically sick

08-26-2006, 06:37 AM	#71
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	I agree with Jenn....I didn't take those comments as labeling - I saw them for what they were - a town with hardly any animal control/help plan - there are towns all over the country just like that. No reason to get offended - I'm sure the person who said that didn't mean it that way...and many of us probably didn't take it that way. on the PETA comments - I know they're fanatics but that incident that was brought up must have happened a long time ago (you said you were a child when you witnessed it ?). I think they've come a long way since that kind of thing. They are out there to help animals and if it weren't for them - we would never have the awareness we have now. I don't agree with all their methods - but they sure do get our attention and that's half the battle right there. __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

08-26-2006, 07:02 AM	#72
BoozhersMama Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 89	I just spoke to the Monroe County animal shelter The ladies name is Vickie at Monroe County animal shelter. They said they know precious paws to be a legit rescue service and confirmed what the officer told me: There is no laws in place to protect animals in this county and no one to enforce the laws. __________________ Bentley Cubby Chynna Duke RIP