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Not Afraid · 07-26-2007, 04:13 PM

In my experience, Animal Control does crap, but at least a report has been made. It's a difficult situation because the fear approach is dealing with possible futures not actual dangerous events. However, I would definitely ask about tether laws in your city. My city has a law that you cannot tether a dog. Not all cities have this law, however and it is perfectly legal to tie up a dog.

For your own safety, always walk the girls with a spray bottle filled with a mixture of vinegar and water. Spraying this on an attacking dog will usually deter the attacker. Pepper spray is also an option.

A letter to the property manager is probably the best bet to start with.

Gemini Cricket · 07-26-2007, 04:44 PM

Animal control is really slow with everything. By the time they respond those German Shepherds will have had two litters of puppies. Imagine how dangerous it would be by then.

Gemini Cricket · 07-26-2007, 07:48 PM

I keep reading this thread as "I need some monkey advice."

Ghoulish Delight · 07-26-2007, 08:10 PM

Eh, I'd stay away from the "chilrden" issue. It's a hypothetical, not a reality. Stick to the facts, you'll probably get a better response.

MouseWife · 07-26-2007, 10:41 PM

It is hypothetical but parents use this all of the time. Something should happen to make it an issue.

The fact that they are agressive, tried to charge out of their house, combine with how unpredictable children are as well....

I also guess the mail goes to a central location? I understand if the mail carrier feels they are in danger they will not deliver the mail. If this were the case, you could use it to your advantage as well.

CoasterMatt · 07-26-2007, 10:52 PM

No, mail is delivered door to door here.

Myself, I'm more the evil bastard to taunt the dogs and let them destroy the inside of the house.

MouseWife · 07-27-2007, 07:49 AM

Ooo, CM, be careful with that. I have known dogs crashing through giant front windows to get out, just to go and play.

Oh, and I reread what I posted. I meant to say, about the kids/hypothetical situations, etc. Should something happen before something is done? That is the major problem with so many things 'Ma'am, has anyone been hurt?' 'No, not yet, but...' 'Well, call us back then....'

I can't believe the mailcarrier hasn't complained. Because they haven't actually gotten out yet? And, how can they have such big dogs there?

07-26-2007, 04:13 PM	#1
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	In my experience, Animal Control does crap, but at least a report has been made. It's a difficult situation because the fear approach is dealing with possible futures not actual dangerous events. However, I would definitely ask about tether laws in your city. My city has a law that you cannot tether a dog. Not all cities have this law, however and it is perfectly legal to tie up a dog. For your own safety, always walk the girls with a spray bottle filled with a mixture of vinegar and water. Spraying this on an attacking dog will usually deter the attacker. Pepper spray is also an option. A letter to the property manager is probably the best bet to start with.
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07-26-2007, 04:44 PM	#2
Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	Animal control is really slow with everything. By the time they respond those German Shepherds will have had two litters of puppies. Imagine how dangerous it would be by then.
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07-26-2007, 07:48 PM	#3
Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	I keep reading this thread as "I need some monkey advice."
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Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	Eh, I'd stay away from the "chilrden" issue. It's a hypothetical, not a reality. Stick to the facts, you'll probably get a better response. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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07-26-2007, 10:41 PM	#5
MouseWife Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Da' Beach Posts: 2,957	It is hypothetical but parents use this all of the time. Something should happen to make it an issue. The fact that they are agressive, tried to charge out of their house, combine with how unpredictable children are as well.... I also guess the mail goes to a central location? I understand if the mail carrier feels they are in danger they will not deliver the mail. If this were the case, you could use it to your advantage as well. __________________ Summa' time....when the livins' easy.........
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CoasterMatt BRAAAAAAAINS! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: One Step Beyond... Posts: 8,802	No, mail is delivered door to door here. Myself, I'm more the evil bastard to taunt the dogs and let them destroy the inside of the house. __________________ Do you like my photography? Visit photosbymatt.tumblr.com to purchase prints!
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07-27-2007, 07:49 AM	#7
MouseWife Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Da' Beach Posts: 2,957	Ooo, CM, be careful with that. I have known dogs crashing through giant front windows to get out, just to go and play. Oh, and I reread what I posted. I meant to say, about the kids/hypothetical situations, etc. Should something happen before something is done? That is the major problem with so many things 'Ma'am, has anyone been hurt?' 'No, not yet, but...' 'Well, call us back then....' I can't believe the mailcarrier hasn't complained. Because they haven't actually gotten out yet? And, how can they have such big dogs there? __________________ Summa' time....when the livins' easy.........
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