About a year ago (maybe more) I wrote to the group about an Australian Shepard who was being systematically neglected...the situation has only gotten worse--still leashed to a tree in the front yard or more oftenly abandoned to the backyard with the other 2 dogs who once they we no longer cute puppies could not attract the attention of the teenage 'owner'
The Ausie is about 2(?) now and the situation has gotten so bad that the older sister and step mother are teetering on taking matters into their own hands (however, the 'owner' still will not surrender) QUESTION: if the other family members want to 'liberate' this little girl where would/could they take her other than a public shelter (they would rather her be neglected in the backyard than at risk of being put down)
ideas?
For reference here is the original letter last year
What would be the best course of action on behalf of a little puppy (4 or so months old purportedly Australian Shepard purebred) who, while technically may not being abused, is certainly being mistreated. The pup is in Cotati in a middle class neighborhood padlocked to the front tree on a 6 foot steel line. I see she has bowls for food and water but have never ventured onto their lawn to see if there is anything in them. The dog is left out there for hours and hours at a time--by itself. The family won't put her in the backyard as they are afraid their other young dog (2-3 yrs old?) will 'be a bad influence' on her. According to one of the other children in the family this other dog has recently been aggressive with the 10 yr old senior dog. Story is that when the puppy is not chained to the tree she is in a dog crate inside the house. Apparently she spends a considerable amount of time there as neighbors complain about the dog being on the lawn. 'word on the street' is that the dog belongs to the 15 yr old daughter who wont take it to obedience classes or spend anytime with it because its ill behaved and runs away when off leash(!!!) and because it's the daughters the parents refuse to do anything with/for the dog
HomeSweetHome
07-12-2006, 03:40 PM
Legally, I don't believe a minor can own anything so her parents can just make the decision for her. You could try a rescue, not like they don't have enough dogs as it is but at least they won't put her to sleep. https://norcalaussierescue.com/
Does this happen to be a blue merle? There is one in front of a apartment/townhouse on the border of Cotati and RP most days.
About a year ago (maybe more) I wrote to the group about an Australian Shepard who was being systematically neglected...the situation has only gotten worse--still leashed to a tree in the front yard or more oftenly abandoned to the backyard with the other 2 dogs who once they we no longer cute puppies could not attract the attention of the teenage 'owner'
The Ausie is about 2(?) now and the situation has gotten so bad that the older sister and step mother are teetering on taking matters into their own hands (however, the 'owner' still will not surrender) QUESTION: if the other family members want to 'liberate' this little girl where would/could they take her other than a public shelter (they would rather her be neglected in the backyard than at risk of being put down)
ideas?
For reference here is the original letter last year
What would be the best course of action on behalf of a little puppy (4 or so months old purportedly Australian Shepard purebred) who, while technically may not being abused, is certainly being mistreated. The pup is in Cotati in a middle class neighborhood padlocked to the front tree on a 6 foot steel line. I see she has bowls for food and water but have never ventured onto their lawn to see if there is anything in them. The dog is left out there for hours and hours at a time--by itself. The family won't put her in the backyard as they are afraid their other young dog (2-3 yrs old?) will 'be a bad influence' on her. According to one of the other children in the family this other dog has recently been aggressive with the 10 yr old senior dog. Story is that when the puppy is not chained to the tree she is in a dog crate inside the house. Apparently she spends a considerable amount of time there as neighbors complain about the dog being on the lawn. 'word on the street' is that the dog belongs to the 15 yr old daughter who wont take it to obedience classes or spend anytime with it because its ill behaved and runs away when off leash(!!!) and because it's the daughters the parents refuse to do anything with/for the dog
moonrise
07-12-2006, 09:52 PM
She sounds like she will need a lot of gentle work and consistent training and would likely turn into a wonderful companion. I sure wish we had a fence!
Any idea how she is with cats? We lost one of our dogs a few months ago, she was nearly 17. Have a shepherd mix that was a shelter dog 3x returned who's really come around (and 13 years now). I'm curous about the possibilities with this one. Please keep the thread going as to what's happening with her?
Thanks!
-Dorothy
melinda
07-12-2006, 10:03 PM
Although I replied privately, I'm also sending this public to let anyone who doesn't already know, about the Animal Legal Defense Fund in Cotati. They have a roster of lawyers all over the country who work pro bono on cases of animal mistreatment, neglect, etc. The lawyers assigned are from the local area, generally. No case is too small.
About a year ago (maybe more) I wrote to the group about an Australian Shepard who was being systematically neglected...the situation has only gotten worse--still leashed to a tree in the front yard or more oftenly abandoned to the backyard with the other 2 dogs who once they we no longer cute puppies could not attract the attention of the teenage 'owner'
{snip}
agentwahine
07-12-2006, 11:21 PM
i just now read this. i get the digest or i would have replied sooner. i am an aussie mom....i have a 13 yr. old female. i am so angry reading this. can you please tell me where this little girl is? contact me off list please asap. i live in Cotati also but i am in a small trailer and can't keep her right now. but perhaps i can help to foster her or at least take care of her in some way. this breed needs to be with their people! they are not back yard dogs!
and she's probably not even been checked for heartworm. she can't stay outside like this!
Jamie
About a year ago (maybe more) I wrote to the group about an Australian Shepard who was being systematically neglected...the situation has only gotten worse--still leashed to a tree in the front yard or more oftenly abandoned to the backyard with the other 2 dogs who once they we no longer cute puppies could not attract the attention of the teenage 'owner'
{snip}
cosmiccorn
07-14-2006, 04:24 PM
Hi, My name is Bj Avery and I work for the Animal Legal Defense Fund.
We are a national organization whose headquarters are located in Cotati.
Please see attached for info on what ALDF does and suggestions I have to offer in this regard.
[The attachment is only accessible via this post on the website - Barry]
Although I replied privately, I'm also sending this public to let anyone who doesn't already know, about the Animal Legal Defense Fund in Cotati. They have a roster of lawyers all over the country who work pro bono on cases of animal mistreatment, neglect, etc. The lawyers assigned are from the local area, generally. No case is too small.
helenscott08
07-18-2006, 10:45 AM
This is SO SAD. BUT maybe you recall that recently there has been much todo about the Sonoma Animal Shelter on Airport Drive. Things are being changed and I believe they are the people to contact about this matter. NO ANIMAL SHOULD EVER HAVE TO EXIST LIKE THIS. IT IS CRUELTY IN THE FIRST DEGREE AS FAR AS I AM CONCERNED. PLEASE, PLEASE, CONTACT THE HUMANE SOCIETY, THE AUSTRALIAN RESCUE SOCIETIES (I am showing some phone numbers I have and an email for AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD RESCUE ORGANIZATION. www.aussierescue.org
I see they have 4 phone numbers which are: 800-892-ASCA, 877-ARPH779, 877-RESCUEUS, and 877-372-8387. I found this information in the 04-06 PET DIRECTORY for Northern California...www.petbreedersnmore.com
DON'T WAIT ANY LONGER TO GET HELP FOR THIS POOR DOG. PLEASE!!!!
helen s
About a year ago (maybe more) I wrote to the group about an Australian Shepard who was being systematically neglected...the situation has only gotten worse--still leashed to a tree in the front yard or more oftenly abandoned to the backyard with the other 2 dogs who once they we no longer cute puppies could not attract the attention of the teenage 'owner'
The Ausie is about 2(?) now and the situation has gotten so bad that the older sister and step mother are teetering on taking matters into their own hands (however, the 'owner' still will not surrender) QUESTION: if the other family members want to 'liberate' this little girl where would/could they take her other than a public shelter (they would rather her be neglected in the backyard than at risk of being put down)
ideas?
For reference here is the original letter last year
What would be the best course of action on behalf of a little puppy (4 or so months old purportedly Australian Shepard purebred) who, while technically may not being abused, is certainly being mistreated. The pup is in Cotati in a middle class neighborhood padlocked to the front tree on a 6 foot steel line. I see she has bowls for food and water but have never ventured onto their lawn to see if there is anything in them. The dog is left out there for hours and hours at a time--by itself. The family won't put her in the backyard as they are afraid their other young dog (2-3 yrs old?) will 'be a bad influence' on her. According to one of the other children in the family this other dog has recently been aggressive with the 10 yr old senior dog. Story is that when the puppy is not chained to the tree she is in a dog crate inside the house. Apparently she spends a considerable amount of time there as neighbors complain about the dog being on the lawn. 'word on the street' is that the dog belongs to the 15 yr old daughter who wont take it to obedience classes or spend anytime with it because its ill behaved and runs away when off leash(!!!) and because it's the daughters the parents refuse to do anything with/for the dog
agentwahine
07-18-2006, 10:56 AM
Kim from NorCal aussie rescue said that unless these people were willing to give the dog up, there was nothing she could do. i have yet to find this dog. people have said there is an aussie sometimes out on the front lawn off E. Cotati on Lancaster but i have driven by several times and have not seen it, but there is a blue dog bowl outside the gate. i want to know from the person who sent in the original post (Karen?) where exactly this dog is. then maybe we can do something.
Jamie....Australian shepherd mom
This is SO SAD. BUT maybe you recall that recently there has been much todo about the Sonoma Animal Shelter on Airport Drive. Things are being changed and I believe they are the people to contact about this matter. NO ANIMAL SHOULD EVER HAVE TO EXIST LIKE THIS. IT IS CRUELTY IN THE FIRST DEGREE AS FAR AS I AM CONCERNED. PLEASE, PLEASE, CONTACT THE HUMANE SOCIETY, THE AUSTRALIAN RESCUE SOCIETIES (I am showing some phone numbers I have and an email for AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD RESCUE ORGANIZATION. www.aussierescue.org (https://www.aussierescue.org)
I see they have 4 phone numbers which are: 800-892-ASCA, 877-ARPH779, 877-RESCUEUS, and 877-372-8387. I found this information in the 04-06 PET DIRECTORY for Northern California...www.petbreedersnmore.com (https://www.petbreedersnmore.com)
DON'T WAIT ANY LONGER TO GET HELP FOR THIS POOR DOG. PLEASE!!!!
helen s
helenscott08
07-18-2006, 05:30 PM
Then, again, I say CONTACT THE SONOMA ANIMAL RESCUE ORGANIZATION on Airport Drive. I believe they are the people who can watch out for this dog's care and if they see he/she is not getting quality care, being tied up and alone all the time, I think they have the AUTHORITY TO REMOVE THE DOG. AT LEAST CALL THEM AND FIND OUT.
helen s
Kim from NorCal aussie rescue said that unless these people were willing to give the dog up, there was nothing she could do. i have yet to find this dog. people have said there is an aussie sometimes out on the front lawn off E. Cotati on Lancaster but i have driven by several times and have not seen it, but there is a blue dog bowl outside the gate. i want to know from the person who sent in the original post (Karen?) where exactly this dog is. then maybe we can do something.
Jamie....Australian shepherd mom
saskia
10-02-2006, 11:29 AM
what is the status on this dog? i can foster it for a group if you can talk the people out of him/her..
Then, again, I say CONTACT THE SONOMA ANIMAL RESCUE ORGANIZATION on Airport Drive. I believe they are the people who can watch out for this dog's care and if they see he/she is not getting quality care, being tied up and alone all the time, I think they have the AUTHORITY TO REMOVE THE DOG. AT LEAST CALL THEM AND FIND OUT.
helen s
wildflower
10-02-2006, 04:48 PM
Evidently our dear Governor has just signed a bill into law that it is illegal to tie or chain a dog to a stationary object for more that 3 hours. Do some research and find out if what they're doing is illegal yet!
best
wildflower
what is the status on this dog? i can foster it for a group if you can talk the people out of him/her..
wildflower
10-02-2006, 04:52 PM
Thanks to your efforts, three important humane bills have been signed by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Senator Liz Figueroa introduced Senate Bill 1806, a bill that will make it unlawful to leave a companion animal unattended in a motor vehicle under conditions, such as extreme heat, that could endanger the health of the animal. Every year, companion animals, especially dogs, lose their lives due to extreme temperatures that arise while the animals are left unattended in parked vehicles. The tragic deaths are entirely preventable.
Senate Bill 1349 by Senator Nell Soto increases the penalty for causing any animal to fight with another animal to one year or less in the county jail or up to a $5000 fine, or both. The second offense for fighting animals or roosters can be a felony in some cases, which may result in prison time or a $25,000 fine, or both.
Senate Bill 1578 introduced by Senator Alan Lowenthal, will bill ban dog chaining as the primary means of confinement. Research has shown that chained dogs are more likely to become territorial and aggressive and nearly three times as likely to bite as unchained dogs. More than 50 children have been attacked or killed by chained dogs within the last two years in the United States.
Please click here to send a letter to Governor Schwarzenegger today (https://www.aspca.org/site/R?i=wWH0I7W_S4prm3TbHTTasg..) thanking him for signing these three important humane bills.
Sincerely,
ASPCA Advocacy Center
what is the status on this dog? i can foster it for a group if you can talk the people out of him/her..
forveterans49
10-15-2006, 12:12 PM
Just back from a 3-week vacation and wondering what has happened to this dog. Please update!
Dian
If I am not mistaken, the governor just signed a bill that would make it an offense to keep a dog chained up! The National Humane Society or the API (Animal Protection Institute) had something about this in a petition and it was passed. About the only good thing this governor has done. Anyway, I would check with Animal Control or something and see if there is not a bill against chaining animals up. That makes me mad to learn about this! Something has to be done for that poor animal...and all of them at that house!:(:
Here is the information:
Action Alert:
Great News! California Residents: Anti-Chaining Bill Signed by Governor
Published 09/28/06
SB 1578, the California Animal Association-sponsored bill to ban dog chaining as the primary means of confinement, passed the California Legislature and was signed into law by the Governor on September 27, 2006.
Senator Alan Lowenthal (D-Long Beach) introduced SB 1578 to help protect hundreds, if not thousands, of dogs who lead lives of misery at the end of backyard chains. Under current state law, animal control officers cannot cite citizens for chaining unless they find other signs of neglect, such as lack of food and water. Often, by that time, it is too late to save the dog.
SB 1578 will also reduce the number of dog bites and dog attacks in California. Research has shown that chained dogs are 2.8 times more likely to bite than unchained dogs because they feel the strong need to protect their territory and have no way to flee from threats.
With the passage of SB 1578, California becomes the second state in the nation to ban the chaining of dogs as a primary method of confinement. The Anti-Chaining Bill is sponsored by the California Animal Association, of which the Animal Protection Institute is a founding member.
To learn more, you can read the bill text here (https://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/bill/sen/sb_1551-1600/sb_1578_bill_20060824_amended_asm.html).
Thank you to each of you for your support of this important legislation! Your phone calls, letters, and emails, as well as your participation at legislative hearings and other functions, made all the difference!
please be careful of engaging with animal control. although this new law is great, law enforcement in general have a way of making things worse for the animal, and it will be completely out of our hands once they have the animal, deem it 'unadoptable', which is likely after the dogs dismal history, and kill it. i'd be willing to foster and try to rehab the dog, but must be soon as i may leave in a month, back in feb. Maybe this new law can become a diplomatic move to offer the family to take the dog (s?) off their back before animal control would find out about it and they would get fined and lose the dogs. i hope you local folks will coordinate with the neighbor lady, and do whatever it takes to get the dog before winter hits. i will gladly be part of a team to go and get thedog. i am in marin , website thedogshack.org, have ref's. i can rescue/foster and get help adopting out. will let board know when/if i leave,thnx saskia
About a year ago (maybe more) I wrote to the group about an Australian Shepard who was being systematically neglected...the situation has only gotten worse--still leashed to a tree in the front yard or more oftenly abandoned to the backyard with the other 2 dogs who once they we no longer cute puppies could not attract the attention of the teenage 'owner'
The Ausie is about 2(?) now and the situation has gotten so bad that the older sister and step mother are teetering on taking matters into their own hands (however, the 'owner' still will not surrender) QUESTION: if the other family members want to 'liberate' this little girl where would/could they take her other than a public shelter (they would rather her be neglected in the backyard than at risk of being put down)
ideas?
For reference here is the original letter last year
What would be the best course of action on behalf of a little puppy (4 or so months old purportedly Australian Shepard purebred) who, while technically may not being abused, is certainly being mistreated. The pup is in Cotati in a middle class neighborhood padlocked to the front tree on a 6 foot steel line. I see she has bowls for food and water but have never ventured onto their lawn to see if there is anything in them. The dog is left out there for hours and hours at a time--by itself. The family won't put her in the backyard as they are afraid their other young dog (2-3 yrs old?) will 'be a bad influence' on her. According to one of the other children in the family this other dog has recently been aggressive with the 10 yr old senior dog. Story is that when the puppy is not chained to the tree she is in a dog crate inside the house. Apparently she spends a considerable amount of time there as neighbors complain about the dog being on the lawn. 'word on the street' is that the dog belongs to the 15 yr old daughter who wont take it to obedience classes or spend anytime with it because its ill behaved and runs away when off leash(!!!) and because it's the daughters the parents refuse to do anything with/for the dog
gypsey
10-15-2006, 08:09 PM
With the new law regarding restraining dogs, it sounds like Sonoma County has good reason to confiscate the dog if they are notifed. I also have to ask whether any one has during this entire saga, contacted Australian Shepherd Rescue? Whoever is handling the postings and therefore in contact with the dog, please update us re what the new law/humane society/rescue group are now able to do. Thanks.
Just back from a 3-week vacation and wondering what has happened to this dog. Please update!
Dian
caretaker
10-18-2006, 05:08 PM
About a year ago (maybe more) I wrote to the group about an Australian Shepard who was being systematically neglected...the situation has only gotten worse--still leashed to a tree in the front yard or more oftenly abandoned to the backyard with the other 2 dogs who once they we no longer cute puppies could not attract the attention of the teenage 'owner'
The Ausie is about 2(?) now and the situation has gotten so bad that the older sister and step mother are teetering on taking matters into their own hands (however, the 'owner' still will not surrender) QUESTION: if the other family members want to 'liberate' this little girl where would/could they take her other than a public shelter (they would rather her be neglected in the backyard than at risk of being put down)
ideas?
For reference here is the original letter last year
What would be the best course of action on behalf of a little puppy (4 or so months old purportedly Australian Shepard purebred) who, while technically may not being abused, is certainly being mistreated. The pup is in Cotati in a middle class neighborhood padlocked to the front tree on a 6 foot steel line. I see she has bowls for food and water but have never ventured onto their lawn to see if there is anything in them. The dog is left out there for hours and hours at a time--by itself. The family won't put her in the backyard as they are afraid their other young dog (2-3 yrs old?) will 'be a bad influence' on her. According to one of the other children in the family this other dog has recently been aggressive with the 10 yr old senior dog. Story is that when the puppy is not chained to the tree she is in a dog crate inside the house. Apparently she spends a considerable amount of time there as neighbors complain about the dog being on the lawn. 'word on the street' is that the dog belongs to the 15 yr old daughter who wont take it to obedience classes or spend anytime with it because its ill behaved and runs away when off leash(!!!) and because it's the daughters the parents refuse to do anything with/for the dog
caretaker
10-18-2006, 05:21 PM
This is AllAboard Animal Search and Rescue,,,, I would like address where this dog is... and neighbors involved.... as I would like to address this.. I wondered sometime ago what happened to this poor dog...
I do cattledog and aussie rescue... this dog has become aggressive because of being chained no exercise drives these dogs like kennel crazy top that off with no training... here you have a potential dangerous dog as the years go by.. I would like to file animal cruelty charges but not before I get pictures.. I will take her to court and file citizens arrest if I have to I did this last year to a man beating a dog.... Or she can relinquish the dog to me... it is inhumane to treat a dog in this manner ,,, I will tell her as I have others I have the mental and emotional stamina to pursure this and not let it go even if I have to stand out in front of her house... this dog can be saved at this time... the parents need to know they are liable for anything this dog may do.. that includes getting away when she has a chance to and maybe causing a car accident or she can hand this dog over to someone that will work with her.. If they own there home and this dog bites someone... not good either... she can do the kind thing and right thing and that means myself and bunch of other people... facing her ,, and having her sign over the dog.. or what I have done before, have everyone and his brother call animal control and and tell them of this and have them over at there house every single day until its dealt with.. I have also done this before with 2 choc.labs chained to a tree or stick in the baking sun... please anyone having more ideas.. or $$$ to donate towards this dog if she hands her over.. I cannot do it alone.. I have also Tex and Tuff here the dogs from San Bruno.. they have come along ways.. With the help of two very special people Dorothy and Art.. I would like to visit these people and this dog... And Start getting on her tommorrow...
This is the caretaker.... AllAboard Animal Search and Rescue. [email protected]
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UOTE=gypsey]With the new law regarding restraining dogs, it sounds like Sonoma County has good reason to confiscate the dog if they are notifed. I also have to ask whether any one has during this entire saga, contacted Australian Shepherd Rescue? Whoever is handling the postings and therefore in contact with the dog, please update us re what the new law/humane society/rescue group are now able to do. Thanks.[/QUOTE]