Starved/chained dog (later rescued)

RUFF TIP  

If you observe an animal being neglected, here are a few things you might do.....


1. PHOTOGRAPH the animal. Document its body, living conditions, food/water pan or untreated injuries. Pictures are legal proof!


2. Call the authorities with an address/detailed description of the animal. Ask for follow up with the officer once he's answered the call. If you don't get resolution, don't give up. Call a supervisor. Document it all.


3. Research your local/State animal laws. Knowing the laws will help you insist on proper enforcement.


4. Politely knock on the owner's door and ask if you can provide food or vet services for the animal. If you make friends with this person, he may give you the animal.

5. Send pictures and a short factual story to local news agencies. Ask them to help you seek justice for the animal.


6. If the animal strays onto a road or public property, pick it up and take it to a shelter. It will have a chance of adoption or rescue. Send pictures of the stray to your friends and give them a kennel number and shelter location.