Should I call Animal Control?

[chickenpiedpiper]

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I probably will go and try to talk to him, even though I'm kind of afraid to (he's not very approachable). This is not the first time he's had chickens - he had a flock of bantams last year, and most of them got run over by cars, because he lives on an intersection, and they "free-range" on the street (mine free-range, too, but in my FENCED front yard).

Dont go talk to him..... He wont take it well, you will be interfereing.

Let the professionals handle that chat, then he can aim his animosity at them, not you!

This is a tough one, and I dont envy you. I live in an extremely rural area partly because of this very reason. Neighbors can make life tough, or wonderful! You have my thoughts, and my appreciation for noticing the poor birds, and caring at all! Well done

Good Luck!

 

[redoak]

I probably will go and try to talk to him, even though I'm kind of afraid to (he's not very approachable).

I'd bring someone with me, maybe bring some cookies too.​

 

[chickenmum]

Are they always tethered up? Why don't you call. Maybe you could talk to the person with the roosters.

 

[Chicken Salad]

I wouldn't go over there...just call animal control AND the police.

I'm sorry - but somebody who has a lot of seemingly expendable roosters...that's only saying ONE thing to me.....cockfighting.

(sorry mrsengeseth...for conclusion jumping...my son once called me and said "Mom, can you tell the police officer it's okay that I'm in here?" - he then handed the phone to Officer Somebody and I had to describe him and say it was indeed okay for him to be in the house. Seems he forgot his key and jacked a window to get in...but a neighbor saw and didn't recognize him because my son had given himself a high-an'-tight the night before...and called the cops for a BE...I think I'd rather that than indifferent neighbors).

 

[Granolamom]

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That is what I suspect, but can't say, because that word is FORBIDDEN on BYC. Don't say it again, or this topic will be closed (happened to me, 2 days ago, about the same thing).

 

[chickenpiedpiper]

Well, what ever happens, please keep us updated, I always hate hearing about this sort of situation, makes me feel so helpless!

Good Luck!

 

[DTchickens]

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they're called T-pees. We used them a long time ago.. and they're most likely gamecocks if in that situation.. which i have a rooster and 50 hens that take care of themselves on the yard. roost in tress through hurricane weather. Snow. freezing temps. you name it and it doesn't effect them.. These aren't your average layers that need little heaters and a 4000 dollar house, You could take them out in a yard with no human contact. Come back 20 years later and they'd still be there. and just because he has a lot... doesn't mean hes fighting them. I have a lot and i dont theres also a forum i go on which are dedicated to keeping the breed alive while most are killing them off...

PS.. This same post was closed yesterday.

 

[Granolamom]

Thank you very much, guys, for supporting me in this! I had posted this 2 days ago, but worded it wrong, and got shut down. Made me think that absolutely nobody cared about these poor creatures, and also made me feel like I was nuts for even worrying about it.
I honestly have not been sleeping at night, thinking about these poor birds, huddled in the cold, with no protection from freezing rain, stray dogs, or anything. It made me sick to my stomach, but when I was told right here, that "game birds" or "show birds" are kept exactly like that, I began to feel like an idiot. Tomorrow morning I'm calling Animal Control, and hopefully they'll do something. Thanks again!

 

[B. Saffles Farms]

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That is what I suspect, but can't say, because that word is FORBIDDEN on BYC. Don't say it again, or this topic will be closed (happened to me, 2 days ago, about the same thing).

Yesterday on this thread you said they had shelter, the teepee type? So whered it go? Im just curious.

 

[mrsengeseth]

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Gosh, I am not trying to sound indifferent, in fact, I said if it's clear to the OP that they are being neglected, to indeed call. Maybe because I am typing instead of speaking, I am not as able to clearly express my point. I hope to not sound heartless or cold. That wasn't my intent. The OP asked for opinions. I gave mine and my reasoning behind it. But very clearly I typed if they are being abused and neglected, call. After the input of the other replies, later even including the OP saying this person allowed his previous chickens to free range in the street leading to their being run over, I'd agree that they probably arent' likely being treated well. And the poster who suggested that there may be sinister (fighting reasons) to them being tied up has a valid point too.