http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200 I know someone that has a full size rottweiler that they keep in their backyard. This backyard is next to the garage, its more like an extra yard that they don't use and not connected to the house. This rottweiler is always kept in the backyard and there is no shade except for a small doghouse that was put out there when he was a small puppy. This doghouse is too small for him now and I feel that they do not care. They also have a pitbull which stays in their backyard that is connected to the house. You always see them out front playing with the pitbull but never the rottweiler. The rottweiler is not mean, we always go over and pet him so that he gets some attention. His owners are never out there and I am worried that this summer they may not care that he is out there. The rottweiler is very very friendly doesn't growl or bark except he barks when he is lonely. I keep asking my mom if we can take him. My parents have had rotties and they love them. The dog is about six months old and he is huge. What to do? Should we offer to take the dog? Should we steal him? Should we keep giving him attention so that he won't hate people? I know someone that has a full size rottweiler that they keep in their backyard. This backyard is next to the garage, its more like an extra yard that they don't use and not connected to the house. This rottweiler is always kept in the backyard and there is no shade except for a small doghouse that was put out there when he was a small puppy. This doghouse is too small for him now and I feel that they do not care. They also have a pitbull which stays in their backyard that is connected to the house. You always see them out front playing with the pitbull but never the rottweiler. The rottweiler is not mean, we always go over and pet him so that he gets some attention. His owners are never out there and I am worried that this summer they may not care that he is out there. The rottweiler is very very friendly doesn't growl or bark except he barks when he is lonely. I keep asking my mom if we can take him. My parents have had rotties and they love them. The dog is about six months old and he is huge. What to do? Should we offer to take the dog? Should we steal him? Should we keep giving him attention so that he won't hate people? en-us Thu, 29 Mar 2007 20:25:25 PDT <p><font size="2">Yes, They do sound like <strong><em>really stupid</em></strong> people.</font></p> <p><font size="2">I don't know why some people bother to get an animal and then basically discard it</font></p> <p><font size="2">I would try to do what I could to solve the problem. If all fails, turn them in on a regular basis and don't give up on the sweet puppy.</font></p> <p><font size="2">&nbsp;I hope it turns out well..</font></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71641 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71641 <p><font size="2">Yes, They do sound like <strong><em>really stupid</em></strong> people.</font></p> <p><font size="2">I don't know why some people bother to get an animal and then basically discard it</font></p> <p><font size="2">I would try to do what I could to solve the problem. If all fails, turn them in on a regular basis and don't give up on the sweet puppy.</font></p> <p><font size="2">&nbsp;I hope it turns out well..</font></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> You might consider calling animal control - you can place an anonymous call so the neighbors don't know it was you.&nbsp;If you're in the city the number is 326-3436 - the county number is 868-7125. No animal should be without protection from the weather - rain, heat, etc. Kudos to you for caring. http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71736 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71736 You might consider calling animal control - you can place an anonymous call so the neighbors don't know it was you.&nbsp;If you're in the city the number is 326-3436 - the county number is 868-7125. No animal should be without protection from the weather - rain, heat, etc. Kudos to you for caring. There are evils of commission and evils of ommission.&nbsp; They are obviously doing something worse than stupid, it's a purposeful cruelty to the animal.&nbsp; You need to report them and come to this animal's rescue or you are just as guilty. http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71802 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71802 There are evils of commission and evils of ommission.&nbsp; They are obviously doing something worse than stupid, it's a purposeful cruelty to the animal.&nbsp; You need to report them and come to this animal's rescue or you are just as guilty. There are a couple of things that come to mind.<br /> <br /> Have you or your parents tried talking to the neighbors? You don't have to be confrontational. You can tell them that you've noticed the rottie puppy and think that it's a fine-looking dog. Then you can ask (nicely) why it is being kept separately from their other dog. If they sound as though theya re no longer interested in the pup, you can mention that if theya re interested in rehoming the dog you'd be happy to take it.<br /> <br /> If you do not think they would be receptive to talking, take photos of the dog's current situation that clearly show that the shelter they have provided is no longer viable for the dog and that there is no protection from the elements. You can use the photos to demonstrate to animal control or the police that the dog is in conditions that violate the county ordinance. <br /> <br /> If you decide to engage animal control, keep in mind that you will have to be very proactive. They receive a number of complaints and don't have a large staff, so oftentimes it's the squeaky wheel that gets the grease. You may have to call/email several times and insist that they look into your concerns.<br /> <br /> Thank you so much for caring enough to ask for advice. We sure could use more like you in the world! http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71803 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71803 There are a couple of things that come to mind.<br /> <br /> Have you or your parents tried talking to the neighbors? You don't have to be confrontational. You can tell them that you've noticed the rottie puppy and think that it's a fine-looking dog. Then you can ask (nicely) why it is being kept separately from their other dog. If they sound as though theya re no longer interested in the pup, you can mention that if theya re interested in rehoming the dog you'd be happy to take it.<br /> <br /> If you do not think they would be receptive to talking, take photos of the dog's current situation that clearly show that the shelter they have provided is no longer viable for the dog and that there is no protection from the elements. You can use the photos to demonstrate to animal control or the police that the dog is in conditions that violate the county ordinance. <br /> <br /> If you decide to engage animal control, keep in mind that you will have to be very proactive. They receive a number of complaints and don't have a large staff, so oftentimes it's the squeaky wheel that gets the grease. You may have to call/email several times and insist that they look into your concerns.<br /> <br /> Thank you so much for caring enough to ask for advice. We sure could use more like you in the world! <font face="Comic Sans MS" size="1">&nbsp;try to get that dog help~ as you know rotties need a human pack more than most dogs.They need attention.I am not a dog person,but recently got new roomates,1 human 2 rotties~ they have wormed their way into my life and heart.I hope you can make the folks see how cruel this is~ these dogs ( the ones with me) only go out to use the facilities,can not imagine them living outside at all..</font> http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71885 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_71885 <font face="Comic Sans MS" size="1">&nbsp;try to get that dog help~ as you know rotties need a human pack more than most dogs.They need attention.I am not a dog person,but recently got new roomates,1 human 2 rotties~ they have wormed their way into my life and heart.I hope you can make the folks see how cruel this is~ these dogs ( the ones with me) only go out to use the facilities,can not imagine them living outside at all..</font> They are intimidating... they told my son that the pit bull they have is for fighting. Maybe they don't want the rott at this time because he is so nice. But then maybe they are keeping him alone to get him mean.<br /> <br /> We walked by yesterday and there was no water and all dirt. He barked late last night and they didn't even yell at him.<br /> <br /> I am filing a complaint today online, then mailing them a complaint with a picture.<br /> <br /> I want to thank all you for replying to my sons blog, he is so proud that you all care. http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72193 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72193 They are intimidating... they told my son that the pit bull they have is for fighting. Maybe they don't want the rott at this time because he is so nice. But then maybe they are keeping him alone to get him mean.<br /> <br /> We walked by yesterday and there was no water and all dirt. He barked late last night and they didn't even yell at him.<br /> <br /> I am filing a complaint today online, then mailing them a complaint with a picture.<br /> <br /> I want to thank all you for replying to my sons blog, he is so proud that you all care. <p>If all else fails turn them in for dog fighting. Apparently they are not aware it's against the law, definitely STUPID not to mention inhumane. </p> http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72196 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72196 <p>If all else fails turn them in for dog fighting. Apparently they are not aware it's against the law, definitely STUPID not to mention inhumane. </p> <p>Good for you Anonymous...  Stay with them til something is done.  Remind the Animal Control people of the new laws and ask what good are the new ones if the old ones aren't enforced.</p> <p>Get the Californian involved too.  The more publicity there is on this subject, the more likely you are to get results.  I hate seeing animals abused.  Shoot..I won't even give one of my dogs a treat without giving one to the other (out of guilt) so things like this really bother me.  </p> <p>Sounds like you're raising a good son.</p> http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72197 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72197 <p>Good for you Anonymous...  Stay with them til something is done.  Remind the Animal Control people of the new laws and ask what good are the new ones if the old ones aren't enforced.</p> <p>Get the Californian involved too.  The more publicity there is on this subject, the more likely you are to get results.  I hate seeing animals abused.  Shoot..I won't even give one of my dogs a treat without giving one to the other (out of guilt) so things like this really bother me.  </p> <p>Sounds like you're raising a good son.</p> Thanks Nancy... when it comes to animals, they are more important to us then people. People can tell us what is wrong, a pet can not. I wouldn't even say that the rottie is thier pet, pets are family, you wouldn't or shouldn't treat family members like that.<br /> <br /> My son give animals more respect then giving to me... what is up with that? I love that little boy.<br /> <br /> Thanks again. http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72202 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72202 Thanks Nancy... when it comes to animals, they are more important to us then people. People can tell us what is wrong, a pet can not. I wouldn't even say that the rottie is thier pet, pets are family, you wouldn't or shouldn't treat family members like that.<br /> <br /> My son give animals more respect then giving to me... what is up with that? I love that little boy.<br /> <br /> Thanks again. <p>Update, rottie:</p> <p>Thier neighbors took the dog a couple of days ago and are going to foster it until it is adopted. They are going to fix him and license him.</p> <p>He has a great chance now to live a good life. He now has grass to play on.</p> <p>My son did a great job to make this issue public, I am so proud of him.</p> http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72705 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72705 <p>Update, rottie:</p> <p>Thier neighbors took the dog a couple of days ago and are going to foster it until it is adopted. They are going to fix him and license him.</p> <p>He has a great chance now to live a good life. He now has grass to play on.</p> <p>My son did a great job to make this issue public, I am so proud of him.</p> GREAT JOB! (both of you) http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72713 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72713 GREAT JOB! (both of you) YAY! I am glad this animal was saved. So many are not :( I have a dog and house-full of cats that I was fostering..right..they came and will never leave, my husband will see to that! <br /> <br /> But thats one of the reasons I love him...his compassion. http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72719 http://people.bakersfield.com/home/Blog/GrowingUpSharp/7200/#c_72719 YAY! I am glad this animal was saved. So many are not :( I have a dog and house-full of cats that I was fostering..right..they came and will never leave, my husband will see to that! <br /> <br /> But thats one of the reasons I love him...his compassion.