Animal Cuelty..just wrong and disgusting HELP!

[natrgatr]

AMEN....she's doing the right thing less than 24 hours after seeing that and all you can say....What is your problem for not calling yesterday! Give her a break. Shock is a powerful thing, as well as anger, fear and all the other emotions she's probably experiencing right now.

 

[HLAC]

I'm most often a 'mind my own business' kind of person when it comes to how people keep their homes, pets.. but in your case, I'd definitely call animal control.

I don't blame you for asking. But I think you knew the right answer all along.

Let us know how it plays out.

 

[Sunny Side Up]

Well, to be fair, hindsight is always 50/50, and the OP had a lot of factors to consider in addition to the ones we read in her post. Perhaps nothing could have been done after hours anyway. And I understand your hesitation, JessaLynn, about calling in authorities when perhaps personal communication could do just as well. I think we all would rather someone expressed their concern to us personally rather than instantly calling local authorities. But in this instance, with the people an hour away and previously unknown to you, and with the animals in such poor conditions, I think it's better to have the matter out of your hands.

 

[Sjisty]

Good for you, JessaLynn. There are too many people out there who would have just turned a blind eye and left and done nothing! I don't think waiting until morning hurt anything. Don't let anybody make you feel guilty because you didn't call immediately. You did the right thing and probably saved a lot of lives by your actions.

 

[meriruka]

Just wanted to point out that the owners of the neglected animals are very likely to make the connection between the OP's visit (and leaving empty handed) with the appearance of animal control. Luckily she lives an hour away, but it is a possibility that the owners will think about some form of retribution. I would have called the authorities but definitely would have given some thought to the safety of my family, especially if the owners had my phone # or address.

 

[Julie08]

I would also have to take some time to consider the best approach to help the animals but to get involved as little as possible as well, I'm sorry you were put in this position

 

[curliet]

If this were a case of "these animals weren't in very good shape." it would be one thing to sit back and study on what kind of action to take. And education and support for the owners would have been a great idea. But if you will read back, you see that the OP says clearly that there were dead and dying animals, some eating the carcasses of others. This is a desperate, serious condition and a little support and some good intentions won't do much. As some of the other posters mentioned, besides animal control, the police dept and regular law enforcement is another option if it's after hours. I'm sorry that I sounded harsh and strident, but was feeling that the OP needed a strong nudge to take the responsibility that we all have to protect lives that are in danger, especially those who have no voice of their own. Doing the right thing after someone tells you that it's the right thing is good. She's doing the right thing now, and I give her respect for that. Doing the right thing after you think it through and realize that it's the right thing is better, and I think that she's doing that too. Good for her. But, doing the right thing because you KNOW that it's the right thing to do is best. And she's on her way to that.

 

[Chickn chick 46]

Point is that now, something has been done and the ball has been put into motion for the proper authorities to take over. I can't imagine what a horrible sight it must have been.

 

[rodriguezpoultry]

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I "think" it's hindsight is always 20/20 (cuz of the whole "perfect" eyesight)??

 

[Pupsnpullets]

You did good, JessaLyn. From the way you described it this woman had no clue there was any thing wrong with her animal management or she would never have let you in the building! Maybe all that it will take from the authorities is a serious finger wagging and some immediate intervention, followed up by education. This woman does need a figurative slap up the side of the head and the animals do need urgent attention and in the long run you've probably done everyone concerned a huge favour - including yourself by being more assertive. Let's hope this is a win-win for all concerned.