Predators....

[Phocyn]

Well, we discovered so far a bobcat, two skunks, a rattler, and coyotes making off with out chickens and ducks. Local flocks were either wiped out or nearly decimated by these predators all in the space of a mile. There is also an old stray dog we're going to attempt to trap.

He made off with my smallest roo. What happens to these dogs when surrendered to animal control?

 

[MarkJr]

Well, we discovered so far a bobcat, two skunks, a rattler, and coyotes making off with out chickens and ducks. Local flocks were either wiped out or nearly decimated by these predators all in the space of a mile. There is also an old stray dog we're going to attempt to trap.

He made off with my smallest roo. What happens to these dogs when surrendered to animal control?

I personally won’t surrender a livestock killing animal. Domestic or wild.

The animal will go to the shelter where the animal control contracts through. If it’s no kill, it will be rehomed. If it’s a kill shelter, it depends on the info given about Fido. If livestock killer is in there, I think they euthanize.

 

[Phocyn]

Thank you for the information. I'll notify neighbors and see what is decided.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

It is my understanding that they have to hold the dog for 3 days to see if the owner claims it before putting it up for adoption or otherwise disposing of it. I don't know how long they hold them for adoption, a week? I guess it depends on the shelter. If it has a history as a killer of livestock or chickens, all bets may be off. If the owner is found, I would think said owner would be held accountable for said losses of livestock (chickens). But all this is speculation and of course is subject to local laws and ordinances.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

What are you doing about the other predators?

 

[Phocyn]

What are you doing about the other predators?

My neighbors are taking lethal action. I dont have the heart for it so I call them if I see one of the predators.
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As for the shelters, the dog was dumped by his owners. It could be a health or veterinarian issue. It's not uncommon to be honest. Usually, these dogs are picked up by animal control or shot. My hope is he can be found a new home since he didn't ask for this. The county shelter is a no kill. But the senior rescue is more specialized....

I hope this helps. I will call both and see what can be done on Monday again.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

My neighbors are taking lethal action. I dont have the heart for it so I call them if I see one of the predators.
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As for the shelters, the dog was dumped by his owners. It could be a health or veterinarian issue. It's not uncommon to be honest. Usually, these dogs are picked up by animal control or shot. My hope is he can be found a new home since he didn't ask for this. The county shelter is a no kill. But the senior rescue is more specialized....

I hope this helps. I will call both and see what can be done on Monday again.

Good luck. That poor dog.